In this Energy-Storage.news roundup, Hydrostor receives permitting approval for its California project, Hawaiian Electric is set to begin construction on a Maui battery energy storage system
The UK BESS industry is world-leading, with a capacity of 4.4GW. Find out why battery storage in the UK is increasing and what
UKESTO showcases national energy storage innovation, describing energy storage facilities in the UK and providing data from test beds.
UK-based renewables developer RES has been given the go-ahead by the Highland Council to build a 45-MW battery energy storage
The pipeline of grid-scale BESS projects with planning approval in the UK has now reached 58,270MW/121,645MWh in capacity.
With these projects storing the surplus clean, homegrown energy produced from renewable sources, we can boost our energy security by relying less on fossil fuels, protect
On 10 October 2024 the UK Government gave the green light to a cap and floor scheme to help bring long duration energy storage (LDES) projects
Listed below are the five largest energy storage projects by capacity in the UK, according to GlobalData''s power database. GlobalData uses proprietary data and analytics to
Fidra Energy has received planning consent to build and operate a 1.4GW battery storage project at Thorpe Marsh, Yorkshire.
In this Energy-Storage.news roundup, Hydrostor receives permitting approval for its California project, Hawaiian Electric is set to begin construction on
The project incorporates Tesla Megapack lithium-ion batteries. Image: TagEnergy. Renewable energy developer TagEnergy has energised what it claims is the UK''s largest
A new era for renewable power and energy security begins today (Tuesday 8 April) as Ofgem launches a new cap and floor investment support scheme, unlocking billions in
The UK government''s 2030 target for decarbonising the country''s electricity grid has been bolstered by development approval for
In conclusion, the energy storage market in the UK and Ireland is rapidly growing, and this growth is expected to be followed by
Major developers of UK energy storage projects include EDF, Pivot Power, Statera, and RES, with each company active in several power supply and flexibility markets, providing
This post investigates the state of the UK battery storage pipeline, year-to-date figures and an insight into the appetite to develop
This post investigates the state of the UK battery storage pipeline, year-to-date figures and an insight into the appetite to develop over time. Battery storage is essential for
These projects are seeking advanced connection dates pre-2030, with proposed energisation between 2026 and 2029. The portfolio includes both solar plants and battery
With contributions from TSOs, banks, developers and optimisers, the Summit explores regulation, merchant strategies, financing, grid tariffs and project delivery in a market
On 10 October 2024 the UK Government gave the green light to a cap and floor scheme to help bring long duration energy storage (LDES) projects to market. LDES projects include pumped
Ofgem has confirmed that 77 LDES projects, totalling 28.7 GW, have passed the first eligibility stage under its new cap and floor scheme. Of these, 71 projects (24.5 GW) are
Ofgem has launched a new cap and floor investment support scheme, unlocking billions in funding to build major Long Duration Electricity Storage projects for the first time in
Each has made high-profile progress on storage deployment in the last year, whether developing projects, financing them, or
With these projects storing the surplus clean, homegrown energy produced from renewable sources, we can boost our energy
Ofgem has confirmed that 77 LDES projects, totalling 28.7 GW, have passed the first eligibility stage under its new cap and floor scheme.
The Optimal Point for UK Energy Storage: 200-500 MW The battery storage capacity in the UK has significantly increased, evolving from under 50 MW a few years ago to today''s
From mountainous pumped hydro to cutting-edge cryogenic and compressed air technologies, the UK is deploying a broad portfolio of energy storage solutions to ensure energy security,
In this blog, we''ll explore the top 7 battery energy storage system projects in the UK for 2025. We''ll look at each project''s capacity, project cost, current status, and how it supports the
With contributions from TSOs, banks, developers and optimisers, the Summit explores regulation, merchant strategies,
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Bramley BESS (Hampshire): 100 MW / 331 MWh, currently the UK’s largest energy storage project. Fidra Energy (Thorpe Marsh): A 1.4 GW / 3.1 GWh BESS being built on a former coal site. Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP): Two 500 MW / 3 GWh systems planned in Scotland.
The battery storage projects in the UK are helping the country meet rising energy demands, integrate renewable sources, and move closer to its Clean Power 2030 goals. The UK’s battery storage sector continues to grow year after year, backed by a robust pipeline of projects and strong planning activity.
The UK is a step closer to energy independence as the government launches a new scheme to help build energy storage infrastructure. This could see the first significant long duration electricity storage (LDES) facilities in nearly 4 decades, helping to create back up renewable power and bolster the UK’s energy security.
From mountainous pumped hydro to cutting-edge cryogenic and compressed air technologies, the UK is deploying a broad portfolio of energy storage solutions to ensure energy security, decarbonisation, and grid resilience. In this guide, we explore the most important and emerging technologies behind UK energy storage. 1. Pumped Hydro Storage:
