Transgrid says Sydney data centers fund network upgrades to unlock up to 2 GW transmission capacity
XLU•Targeted investments could unlock up to 2 GW
Transgrid said targeted investments could unlock up to 2 GW, including a new South Creek 500/330 kV substation.
About 1,500 MW has been allocated under signed Western Sydney connection agreements, while NSW average demand runs 7,500-10,000 MW.
Capacity allocation tied to funding commitments
Transgrid said capacity will be allocated on a first-to-sign basis, tied to commitments to fund required transmission works.
Transgrid sets user-pays model for Sydney transmission upgrades
Transgrid says it has set a user-pays model for Sydney transmission upgrades needed to connect new data centers to the grid.
Network constraints block additional connections beyond signed agreements without new augmentations, despite 20 GW of large-load enquiries.
