Students from Sunshine North’s Harvester Technical College have explored one of the world’s biggest batteries, discovering first-hand the opportunities a career in renewable energy can offer.
More than 15 students studying a certificate II in electrotechnology toured the Melbourne Renewable Energy Hub in Plumpton – a project co-owned by SEC and renewable energy investor Equis Australia.
The school visit is part of a series of educational tours hosted by SEC and Equis, designed to engage students of all ages in the career opportunities offered by the clean energy transition.
On site, students saw the project’s 444 battery units and 335-tonne transformers.
Together, these form a 600-megawatt battery energy storage system capable of strengthening Victoria’s electricity grid by storing energy and releasing it during peak demand, according to SEC.
The students also heard from onsite electricians and engineers about their career journeys and what it’s like working on one of the world’s largest battery projects.
Harvester Technical College electrotechnology teacher Jason Aquilina said taking his class to the hub was a valuable experience.
“It not only brought the theory to life but also inspired my students to embrace sustainable technologies through applied learning,” he said.
“Exploring the latest innovations opened their eyes to the exciting career opportunities in the renewable energy sector, preparing them to be the future leaders and innovators in this rapidly growing industry.”
Due to be completed in late 2025, the hub will have the capacity to power about 200,000 homes during high-use periods.
