Australia's Utility-Scale Solar and Wind Generation Hits 4.7TWh in March 2026
In March 2026, Australia's utility-scale solar and wind generation reached 4.7TWh, with Queensland leading the performance. This shift highlights the ongoing transformation in the electricity sector as renewable energy sources increasingly replace gas generation.
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Australia's utility-scale solar and wind generation totaled 4.7TWh in March 2026, driven primarily by significant contributions from Queensland and Western Australia. The top-performing solar assets in this period were led by Hana Financial Investment's Columboola solar plant, which achieved a 32.4% capacity factor.
In wind generation, Queensland's Potentia Energy and Synergy's Warradarge Wind Farm led with a 56.7% capacity factor. The month saw a decline in gas generation to approximately 540GWh, reflecting a trend towards battery storage and renewables, which now total 8.9GW in capacity.
Southern states, particularly Victoria, faced poor wind conditions with capacity factors below 24%. The transition towards hybrid energy configurations is expected to continue, potentially displacing further gas generation during peak demand periods.
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