Victoria Urgently Needs 2GW More Capacity Before Yallourn Closure

Victoria's energy future faces a critical challenge as the state must secure at least 2 GW of additional committed capacity before the planned 2028 closure of the Yallourn coal power plant, says State Energy Commission (SEC) chair Simon Corbell.

🔹 Victoria aims for 95% renewables by 2035, but gaps remain in wind and storage capacity.

🔹 The SEC is investing in batteries and solar projects, but Corbell stresses the need for faster onshore wind development.

🔹 Federal support through the Capacity Investment Scheme could help, with at least 1.4 GW earmarked for Victoria in the current tender.

With grid security at stake, the state must accelerate renewable investments to prevent any risk of delays or reliance on coal extensions. The next major tender announcements later this year will be crucial for Victoria’s clean energy future.

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