Natural Power Partners with Green Switch for Scottish BESS

• Natural Power chosen by Green Switch Capital to provide Section 36 consenting support for a 250MW battery energy storage system in the Scottish Highlands, aiming to enhance community involvement and biodiversity.

Natural Power has been chosen by Green Switch Capital to provide Section 36 consenting support for a proposed 250MW battery energy storage system (BESS) scheme in the Scottish Highlands. The consultancy will deliver a range of services including site investigations, assessments, and engagement with local communities and stakeholders. The project aims to provide significant battery storage capacity to both the distribution and transmission grid network. The proposed development includes two connections to substations, with a capacity of 200MW and 49.9MW respectively.

Green Switch Capital's Head of Scottish Development, Pete McLaren, expressed excitement about the project and highlighted Natural Power's expertise and track record in delivering consents. The partnership aims to support the development of the BESS scheme and contribute to community involvement, social benefit, and biodiversity enhancement in line with NPF4's principles.

What role will Natural Power play in the development of a 250MW battery energy storage system in the Scottish Highlands?

• Natural Power will provide Section 36 consenting support for the proposed 250MW battery energy storage system (BESS) scheme in the Scottish Highlands.
• The consultancy will conduct site investigations, assessments, and engage with local communities and stakeholders.
• The project aims to provide significant battery storage capacity to both the distribution and transmission grid network.
• The proposed development includes two connections to substations, with capacities of 200MW and 49.9MW respectively.
• Green Switch Capital's Head of Scottish Development, Pete McLaren, expressed excitement about the project and highlighted Natural Power's expertise and track record in delivering consents.
• The partnership between Green Switch Capital and Natural Power aims to support the development of the BESS scheme.
• The project also aims to contribute to community involvement, social benefit, and biodiversity enhancement in line with NPF4's principles.