VicGrid has launched a process for the development of new energy infrastructure in Gippsland’s Latrobe Valley to strengthen and modernise Victoria’s electricity grid.
An expression of interest is now open for the delivery of new synchronous condensers which will allow more clean and affordable renewable energy to flow to Victorians.
A synchronous condenser is a large spinning machine that provides system stability and allows the network to host more intermittent energy sources like solar and wind. It quickly responds to sudden changes in the network and helps keep the power supply steady during faults or disruptions.
The Victorian Government is already developing Australia’s largest synchronous condenser near Ararat as part of a $480 million investment in 12 projects across the state to strengthen the grid.
VicGrid is inviting expressions of interest from developers to partner in the delivery of at least three new synchronous condensers at or near the Hazelwood terminal station in the Latrobe Valley.
The projects will be subject to applicable Victorian Government social procurement and local jobs policies to encourage the creation of opportunities for local businesses and workers.
Chief Executive Alistair Parker said VicGrid is looking for partners that are experts in delivering synchronous condensers and who will collaborate to get the best outcome for energy users and the local community.
'As coal-fired power stations close, we need to strengthen and modernise our power grid so more clean and affordable renewable energy can flow to Victorian homes and businesses,' he said.
'There’s a real opportunity for the transition to renewable energy to leave a lasting legacy for regional Victoria and for projects like these to create jobs and help local workers and businesses develop new skills.'
An expression of interest process will be followed by an invitation to tender process later in the year.
Details of the expression of interest process are available at Buying for Victoria.
Page last updated: 17/03/26