Energy Storage: Powering the Next Leap in Sri Lanka''s

As Sri Lanka''s energy demands evolve, hybrid renewable systems combining solar, wind, and battery storage are becoming the new normal. ISL is proud to be part of this

2024 Jul 10

SgurrEnergy to develop Sri Lanka''s first solar with battery storage project

SgurrEnergy has secured the contract to develop Sri Lanka''s first 100 MW solar photovoltaic project with a 12 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS). It will be

2025 Jun 02

CEB advances Sri Lanka''s first ''Water Battery'' project

Issuing a statement, the CEB said this groundbreaking 600 MW project will store excess renewable energy from solar and wind sources, ensuring grid stability and supporting

2025 Jul 30

Maha Oya Pumped Storage Power Station

The Maha Oya Pumped Storage Power Station is a 600 MW pumped-storage power station being developed in the Aranayaka and Nawalapitiya areas of Sri Lanka. Upon completion, it will be

2025 Jul 30

Sri Lanka''s first "Water Battery": CEB advances Maha Oya Pumped Storage

The project, located in Aranayake and Nawalapitiya, will feature two reservoirs connected by a 2.5 km tunnel, operating as a large-scale energy storage system, the CEB stated.

2025 Mar 08

Sri Lanka''s Motor Energy Storage Project: Powering the Future

The Sri Lanka motor energy storage project isn''t just about megawatts and batteries - it''s rewriting the rules of how island nations can achieve energy independence.

2024 Oct 27

$ 1 b pumped storage project: International funding yet to be

The planned pumped storage is expected to store around 600 MW of energy. Located in Aranayake and Nawalapitiya, the project will store excess Renewable Energy (RE)

2025 Jul 04

CEB spearheads Sri Lanka''s first pumped storage project

Dubbed the nation''s first "Water Battery," the 600 MW facility will store excess renewable energy from solar and wind sources, ensuring grid stability and energy security.

2026 Feb 02

sri lanka Archives

The government of Sri Lanka has entered into a power purchase agreement (PPA) with Australian firm United Solar Group (USG) for a major floating solar power (FPV) and

2024 Feb 08

Innovative Sri Lankan engineer takes on the world

Guided by Sri Lanka''s ancient rainwater harvesting methods – through large tanks and catchment areas, a Sri Lankan entrepreneur

2024 Feb 11

SL to establish ''largest'' battery-based solar energy storage system

Sri Lanka is set to establish the world''s largest battery energy-based storage system which uses solar power as its only energy source, claimed Minister of Power and

2025 Dec 04

Maha Oya Pumped Storage Project Set for Launch

In the project proposal for the pumped storage power plants (PSPPs), the CEB said that Sri Lanka''s energy sector faces the critical

2025 Mar 28

Sri-Lanka''s first grid-scale battery storage project

ADB said yesterday (25 November) that the US$200 million loan will fund the Power System Strengthening and Renewable Energy Integration Project, which includes the

2024 Sep 26

Sri Lanka''s First "Water Battery": Maha Oya Pumpd-Storage

During periods of high demand, water is released from the upper reservoir through turbines, generating electricity as it flows back down. This system essentially acts as a

2025 Dec 23

Sri Lanka''s first ever "Water Battery"

The project, located in Aranayake and Nawalapitiya, will feature two reservoirs connected by a 2.5 km tunnel, operating as a large-scale energy storage system, the CEB

2024 Oct 15

Sri Lanka''s First "Water Battery": A New Era of Clean Energy or

In conclusion, the Maha Oya "Water Battery" represents a significant step toward a cleaner energy future for Sri Lanka. Balancing the benefits of renewable energy storage with

2024 Nov 04

Sri Lanka''s first ever "Water Battery"

The project, located in Aranayake and Nawalapitiya, will feature two reservoirs connected by a 2.5 km tunnel, operating as a large

2024 Jun 04

CEB advances Sri Lanka''s first ''Water Battery'' project

Issuing a statement, the CEB said this groundbreaking 600 MW project will store excess renewable energy from solar and wind

2025 Jul 13

Sri Lanka in PPA for PV plus 1,500MWh BESS plant with USG

Sri Lanka has entered into a power purchase agreement with Australian firm United Solar Group (USG) for a major solar and storage project.

2026 Feb 25

Sri Lanka launches tender for 640 MWh of battery storage, via

Sri Lanka''s state-owned utility, the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB), has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the development of 160 MW/640 MWh of standalone battery

2024 Jul 02

Powering Paradise: Energy Storage Solutions for Sri Lanka''s

Welcome to Sri Lanka''s energy storage conundrum - where electricity stability meets postcard-perfect landscapes. With 90% of households connected to the grid but facing

2024 Nov 15

CEB moves forward with first-ever "water battery" to boost renewable energy

The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) yesterday announced significant progress towards launching the Maha Oya Pumped Storage Hydropower Project, first-ever "water

2025 Jun 01

Sri Lanka''s first "Water Battery": CEB advances

The project, located in Aranayake and Nawalapitiya, will feature two reservoirs connected by a 2.5 km tunnel, operating as a large

2025 Jun 16

Feasibility Study of Seawater Pumped Hydro Energy Storage

Introduction Sri Lanka''s energy landscape is currently facing challenges due to increase in energy demand, especially in domestic sector, with the population growth and increase of electrical

2025 Jul 31

ENERGY STORAGE

In summary, the analysis highlights the potential benefits of pumped hydro-wind-solar PV hybrid systems, battery energy storage systems, local mineral development for rechargeable

2025 Oct 26

Sri-Lanka''s first grid-scale battery storage project

ADB said yesterday (25 November) that the US$200 million loan will fund the Power System Strengthening and Renewable Energy

2024 Oct 14

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka, [a] officially the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, formerly known as Ceylon, [b] is an island country in South Asia. It is

2025 Oct 29

CEB advances Maha Oya Pumped Storage

The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) has announced that it is making substantial progress in launching the Maha Oya Pumped Storage

2025 Sep 25

CEB advances Maha Oya Pumped Storage hydropower project

The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) has announced that it is making substantial progress in launching the Maha Oya Pumped Storage Hydropower Project, marking Sri

2024 Nov 08

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