The commissioning of the first new Standalone Power System (SPS) under ReGen at Embalgun, approximately 172 kilometres from Broome, marked a significant milestone for the program and for the community.
Now operating on a standalone solar and battery system, Embalgun is supplied by up to 96.2 per cent renewable energy, reducing diesel dependency by 94 per cent. This means around 36,000 litres of diesel saved each year and a reduction of approximately 95 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions annually.
But the benefits extend beyond numbers. The new system has eliminated the safety risks associated with manual generator refuelling, reduced reliance on diesel deliveries, and improved the reliability of power supply. Diesel costs have dropped, operating risk is lower, and everyday life is safer and easier for residents.
The Embalgun upgrade builds on lessons learned through earlier renewable and advanced metering work in Chile Creek and Cockatoo Springs and demonstrates what can be achieved when infrastructure, technology and genuine engagement align.
It’s a clear example of how ReGen delivers real, lived outcomes, as well as technical improvements. Importantly, Embalgun is not a one‑off. The same standardised, containerised SPS design, locally engineered in Western Australia, will continue to be rolled out across additional communities in the Kimberley.
As ReGen continues to roll out, success is measured in everyday outcomes:
- Safer systems with fewer outages and emergency responses
- Lower diesel reliance and reduced environmental impact
- Repeatable, modular solutions that can be deployed efficiently across remote communities
The completion of Embalgun’s SPS is just the beginning. With each new site, ReGen is building momentum toward a cleaner, safer and more resilient energy future - supporting energy equity and the Cook Government’s commitment to Closing the Gap by 2031.