Date & Time
Tuesday, July 28, 2026, 4:40 PM - 5:40 PM
Name
Firming the system: Storage, gas, market settings and next generation BESS configurations
Speakers
Erin van Maanen, Hydro Tasmania
Nick Finch, Akaysha
Maia Schweizer, Snowy Hydro Limited
Chloe Hicks, Electrification and Energy Systems Network, NSW Decarbonisation Hub
Erin van Maanen Nick Finch Maia Schweizer Chloe Hicks
Description

Higher levels of wind and solar generation are increasing the need for reliable firming solutions. Storage, flexible gas, pumped hydro and effective market design all play a role in maintaining reliability when renewable output dips. The session explores how next-generation batteries and evolving market settings can support a stable and secure electricity system.

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Location Name
Darling Harbour Theatre