The Australia wind power market size reached USD 2.72 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 4.78 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 5.80% during 2025-2033. The market is driven by strong government support, ambitious renewable energy targets, declining technology costs, and growing corporate demand for clean energy. High-quality wind resources, advancements in turbine efficiency, and the urgent need for grid decarbonization further bolster the Australia wind power market share investment and expansion across both onshore and offshore wind projects.
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Key Statistics
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Base Year
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2024 |
Forecast Years
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2025-2033
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Historical Years
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2019-2024
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Market Size in 2024 | USD 2.72 Billion |
Market Forecast in 2033 | USD 4.78 Billion |
Market Growth Rate 2025-2033 | 5.80% |
Integration with Energy Storage Systems
As Australia grows in its proportion of wind power, the addition of battery storage systems has become essential. The intermittent nature of wind energy can put pressure on grid stability during times of peaks or troughs of generation. More projects are paired with big batteries, like the Hornsdale Power Reserve in South Australia, which grew to 150 MW/194 MWh. Australia's commitment to storage is evident, with cumulative installed capacity reaching about 5,966 MWh by the end of 2023, including 2,603 MWh from utility-scale batteries. By storing excess wind energy for use when needed, these devices increase the grid's dependability. Virtual power plants (VPPs), which combine and control a number of storage devices through intelligent software, are developing fast. Declining battery prices and firm government incentives are driving this trend, making wind power more stable, flexible, and commercially viable for Australia's energy future.
Rapid Growth in Offshore Wind Development
Australia is experiencing a surge in offshore wind projects, driven by favorable policies and high coastal wind resources. Investments have been stimulated by the government's passage of laws such as the Offshore Electricity Infrastructure Act 2021. Regions such as Gippsland (Victoria) and Hunter (New South Wales) have been declared offshore wind zones, attracting major developers like Ørsted and BlueFloat Energy. Offshore wind offers higher, steadier output compared to onshore farms and can be placed closer to demand centers. With a goal to reach net-zero emissions by 2050, offshore wind is critical to diversify the renewable energy mix thus providing an impetus to the market growth.
Corporate Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) Boost Demand
The need for clean energy by corporations is causing significant transformation in Australia's wind power industry. Major companies such as Woolworths, BHP, and Coles are securing long-term Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) with wind farm operators to meet sustainability goals, hedge against energy price volatility, and support national renewable energy targets. In 2023 alone, a record volume of over 1,700 MW was contracted under corporate renewable PPA deals, marking the fourth consecutive year with deal volumes exceeding 1 GW. These agreements provide wind farms with stable, predictable revenue streams, enhancing project bankability and encouraging new developments. PPAs are evolving to include hybrid contracts combining wind and solar energy for greater reliability. As pressure for corporate decarbonization intensifies, PPAs are expected to dominate future wind project financing, playing a crucial role in Australia wind power market growth.
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the country and regional levels for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on location.
Location Insights:
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the location. This includes onshore and offshore.
Regional Insights:
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include Australia Capital Territory & New South Wales, Victoria & Tasmania, Queensland, Northern Territory & Southern Australia, and Western Australia.
The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.
Report Features | Details |
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Base Year of the Analysis | 2024 |
Historical Period | 2019-2024 |
Forecast Period | 2025-2033 |
Units | Billion USD |
Scope of the Report |
Exploration of Historical Trends and Market Outlook, Industry Catalysts and Challenges, Segment-Wise Historical and Future Market Assessment:
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Locations Covered | Onshore, Offshore |
Regions Covered | Australia Capital Territory & New South Wales, Victoria & Tasmania, Queensland, Northern Territory & Southern Australia, Western Australia |
Customization Scope | 10% Free Customization |
Post-Sale Analyst Support | 10-12 Weeks |
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