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The history of the SEC

The original State Electricity Commission of Victoria started in 1918 when the Victorian Government appointed ‘electricity commissioners’ responsible for the generation and distribution of electricity throughout the state.

Their main task was to tap the vast brown coal reserves of the Latrobe Valley for electricity generation, freeing Victoria from its reliance on imported fuel.

The new SEC will free Victoria from its reliance on emissions-intensive coal, accelerating delivery of affordable, reliable, renewable energy.

Why do we need the SEC

Australia’s energy sector is transforming. As ageing coal-fired power stations close, we need to transition to renewable energy. Victoria’s electricity system has relied heavily on coal, which increases our carbon emissions and has threatened the stability of our power supply.

The SEC will invest in the industry to rapidly transform the sector. The transition to renewable energy will create thousands of jobs, bring billions in private investment and help Victoria achieve its nation leading renewable energy targets.

Latest news:

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Melton students discover the SEC’s renewable battery project

13 November 2024

Melton students swapped their classroom for the construction site of one of the world’s biggest batteries and discovered some of the many careers on offer in the renewables sector.

Powering VIctoria

SEC enshrined in Victoria’s Constitution

16 October 2024

The SEC has been enshrined into the state’s Constitution, following the passing of the Constitution Amendment (SEC) Bill 2023 by the Victorian Parliament this week.

Sharan and Cameron

Sharan Burrow AC and Cameron Garnsworthy to join SEC’s Board

17 September 2024

We are pleased to announce Sharan Burrow AC and Cameron Garnsworthy will join SEC’s board of directors on October 1.

Work powers up on SEC’s giant battery as Megapacks arrive on site

04 September 2024

The first of 444 battery units are now being installed at the Melbourne Renewable Energy Hub – one of the world's biggest battery projects and the SEC’s first investment.