Industry leaders to convene for Australia’s Responsible BESS Development Summit 2026

PRESS RELEASE

As Australia accelerates the deployment of large-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS), industry practitioners from across development, investment, landowners, networks and government will gather at the Responsible BESS Development Summit 2026 to address the critical challenges shaping the sector as it scales up.

Taking place on the 8th May 2026 in Sydney, the Summit brings together key stakeholders involved in the origination, land negotiation, planning approvals, grid connection, design and construction of battery energy storage projects across Australia. Storage is enabling the transition to clean energy while keeping the network stable. However, with increasing community concern about fire safety, amenity and noise impacts, this event is positioned as a timely forum to align industry approaches, learn best practice guidelines, hear from the BESS industry and the regional Australian community and share practical solutions.

The Summit will feature expert insights and real-world case studies covering:

• – Battery fire safety and risk management
• – Planning and approval pathways across SA, VIC, QLD and NSW
• – Noise mitigation
• – Community engagement and participation
• – Emerging trends in data centres and long duration storage
• – End of life and decommissioning responsibilities
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As battery storage becomes a cornerstone of Australia’s energy transition, collaboration between developers, network operators, regulators and communities is essential to ensure projects are delivered responsibly and efficiently.

Demian Natakhan, CEO of Enhar ReGen, said:

“Australia’s pipeline of battery storage projects is growing rapidly, but so too are the complexities around approvals, safety, and community expectations. The Responsible BESS Development Summit has been designed to bring the right stakeholders together to empower partnerships between developers, landowners, communities and regulators. Our event speakers will address these challenges head-on – sharing practical insights and building the connections needed to deliver projects successfully.”

The event is expected to attract a diverse audience including BESS developers, investors, network representatives, EPCs, OEMs, landowners, community engagement professionals, consultants and policy makers – all focused on advancing responsible and sustainable battery deployment across the country.

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About the Responsible BESS Development Summit

Aligned with Enhar’s mission, the Responsible BESS Development Summit is focused on empowering partnerships between developers, landowners, communities and regulatory authorities. The Summit is a dedicated industry event focused on supporting the responsible deployment of battery energy storage systems across Australia and provides a platform for knowledge sharing, collaboration and practical discussion among stakeholders delivering the next generation of energy infrastructure.