Big batteries took a bite out of gas generators' evening peak party
The rise of big battery storage has significantly impacted gas generators in Queensland, particularly during peak demand periods. Initially, batteries began to reduce the reliance on gas, but recent data shows they have largely replaced gas generators in the evening peak. This shift suggests a diminishing role for gas in the future energy landscape, as battery technology continues to advance and more households adopt their own battery systems.
- ▪Big batteries have increasingly taken over the role of gas generators during evening peak demand in Queensland.
- ▪In March and April 2026, battery storage effectively eliminated the need for peaking gas generators.
- ▪The transition indicates a significant change in energy dynamics, challenging the assumption that gas is essential for grid stability.
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Home » Chart of the day » Big batteries took a bite out of gas generators’ evening peak party, then they ate the whole dinner Big batteries took a bite out of gas generators’ evening peak party, then they ate the whole dinner Western Downs renewable energy hub. Image: Neoen Giles Parkinson May 14, 2026 Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Facebook Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)WhatsApp Share on X (Opens in new window)X Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)LinkedIn Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)Reddit Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)Bluesky Battery Chart of the day Storage We included this graph below as part of the monthly review written by the good folk over at Open Electricity and published here earlier this week, but it is so stunning, and has sparked so much…
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