Ingeteam, a leading manufacturer of clean energy technology, is set to play a pivotal role in the development of two major solar farms in Australia: the 106 MW Lancaster Solar Farm in Victoria and the 31 MW Mulwala Solar Farm in New South Wales (NSW). As the world increasingly shifts towards renewable energy, these projects highlight the growing importance of solar power in Australia’s energy landscape.
Construction of the Lancaster Solar Farm, located near Shepparton in northern Victoria, has already begun, while work on the Mulwala project, situated near the town of Mulwala on the NSW-Victorian border, is expected to start soon. Both solar farms are projected to go live in 2026, with a combined annual energy generation capacity of approximately 255 gigawatt-hours (GWh).
Ingeteam will supply 77 of its Ingecon Sun Power B Series inverters, integrated into 22 medium-voltage power transformer stations. This supply includes the commissioning of the equipment and the control electronics essential for the operation of the photovoltaic (PV) plants. Jorge Guillén, Ingeteam’s PV and storage sector sales manager for Australia, expressed pride in the company’s contribution to electrifying Australia and decarbonizing its energy matrix.
Ingeteam’s involvement in these projects underscores its growing footprint in the Australian solar market, where it currently holds about 25% of the sector. The company has established a strong reputation, having supplied over 4 GW of solar capacity across the country. Guillén noted, “This is the first project we have carried out for this client, which has placed its trust in Ingeteam because of our technical capacity and proven solvency.”
The Lancaster and Mulwala solar farms are part of European Energy’s extensive renewables portfolio in Australia. With more than 60 GW of renewable energy capacity in its pipeline across 25 international markets, European Energy is making significant strides in the Australian market. Recent projects include the commissioning of the 56 MW Mokoan Solar Farm in Victoria and ongoing development of several large-scale solar farms, such as the 1.3 GW Upper Calliope Solar Farm in Queensland.
As Australia aims to transition towards a more sustainable energy future, projects like Lancaster and Mulwala are vital. The Australian government has set ambitious targets to increase renewable energy generation, aiming for 50% of electricity to come from renewables by 2030. The success of these solar farms will not only contribute to this goal but also provide a model for future developments in solar and other renewable technologies.
The collaboration between Ingeteam and European Energy on the Lancaster and Mulwala Solar Farms marks a significant advancement in Australia’s renewable energy journey. By leveraging advanced inverter technology and committing to sustainable practices, these projects exemplify the potential for solar energy to play a central role in reducing carbon emissions and promoting energy independence. As the demand for clean energy continues to grow, partnerships like these will be crucial in shaping the future of Australia’s energy landscape.
