Ground rules: land considerations shaping the future of Battery Energy Storage Systems
Where a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) is located is an important consideration for developers. While there are less constraints on the location of a BESS development compared to weather dependent electricity generation plants, the proximity of a BESS to connection points and where it sits within a grid will affect construction costs, revenue generation […]
New rules for foreign investors clear a path for build-to-rent projects
Despite recent bans on foreign investment, exceptions for build-to-rent (BTR) developments send a strong signal to foreign investors and could even boost Australia’s housing supply.  Australia’s housing affordability and availability crisis has dominated political discourse, particularly in the lead-up to the recent Federal election. With rising property prices and limited rental options, housing emerged […]