Energy Vault Wins NSW Approval for 125 MW Stoney Creek Battery Project
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Summary
Energy Vault received State Significant Development Approval from New South Wales for its 125 MW / 1 GWh Stoney Creek Battery Energy Storage System. The approval clears a major regulatory hurdle and allows construction to begin, with site works expected in Q4 2026 and commercial operations in H1 2028. The project is backed by a 14-year Long-Term Energy Service Agreement, providing contracted revenue support and an expected US$25–30 million in annual revenue once operational. This follows the company's recent acquisition of the project and its broader Build, Own & Operate strategy in Australia. The approval de-risks the project's development path and adds a tangible recurring revenue asset to Energy Vault's portfolio.
At the time of this announcement, NRGV was trading at $4.14 on NYSE in the Energy & Transportation sector, with a market capitalization of approximately $751.9M. The 52-week trading range was $2.50 to $6.65. This news item was assessed with positive market sentiment and an importance score of 7 out of 10. Source: BusinessWire.