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Anesco granted go-ahead for 3 solar PV sites amid expanding capitalist passion
habitats for local wild animals and also at-risk bird varieties.
"If the UK is to successfully shift to net absolutely no after that it's crucial we have
Mar 2, 2022 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Markets & Finance News, UK, Europe, Anesco, Mark Futyan
NextEnergy chooses first solar farm to be retrofitted with battery energy storage space
extra co-located battery storage space chances.
NESF currently has 91 UK solar assets, four of which have actually already been determined as
Apr 26, 2022 // Plants, Large-Scale, Storage, UK, Europe, solar farm, NextEnergy, North Norfolk
EDF files to develop 50MW Glassthorpe solar farm
Renewables UK has submitted the planning application for a 50MW solar farm in Northamptonshire in England.
The application for the Glassthorpe project,
May 31, 2022 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, UK, Europe, EDF Renewables, England, solar farm
Highview induces partner to deliver 50MW storage
air energy storage (LAES) plant it is building in Greater Manchester in the UK.
The turbomachinery train from MAN will form the core of the CRYOBattery
Apr 20, 2021 // Storage, UK, Europe, Javier Cavada, Highview Power, MAN Energy Solutions, Wayne Jones
TÜV Rheinland examining potential for PV-powered railways
studies as well as pilot projects have been introduced in other places. The UK federal government's Department for Transport launched a tranche of funding in
Dec 23, 2021 // Plants, Storage, Grids, Germany, Europe, Railways, tuv rheinland, solar railways
Voltalia's electricity manufacturing reaches new high as installed solar capacity leaps 25%.
solar capacity leapt to 304MW thanks to additions in markets such as the UK, Portugal, France, Italy and also Brazil as well as the development of its
Feb 1, 2022 // Markets & Finance News, EPC, France, Voltalia, South america, Europe, Brazil, Independent Power Producer, EnergyStorageEU
EDPR gets 70% stake in solar designer Kronos
in Germany (4.5 GW), France (2.7 GW), the Netherlands (1.2 GW) and also the UK (0.9 GW), EDPR claimed.
Out of the overall 9.4 GW of pipe of projects under
Jul 29, 2022 // Markets & Finance News, Germany, Europe, EDP Renewables, Netherlands, Miguel Stilwell d’Andrade, KRONOS
Mytilineos' profits soar to US$ 168m in H2 2022 as renewable sales double
second quarter of the year, the business handled the sale of 2 projects in the UK for a capacity of 100MW, while in June it announced the growth of 750MW+ of
Aug 1, 2022 // Markets & Finance News, Chile, South america, financial results, Renewable Energy, Mytilineos, turnover, financial update
Harmony Energy partners with FRV for utility-scale storage space project
utility-scale battery power storage space is "essential to the future of the UK's energy supply".
It is "often viewed as the missing link in the UK's
Jul 6, 2020 // Storage, TESLA, UK, Battery Storage, Europe, ai, Harmony Energy, software, Frv Fotowatio Renewable, Ventures, Tesla Megapack, Autobidder, Peter Kavanagh, Felipe Hernández
Zenobe Plans 68-MW Shetland Battery to Safeguard Island Energy Security
UK storage specialist Zenobe Energy has unveiled detailed plans for a 68-MW battery energy storage system (BESS) on an industrial site outside Lerwick, Shetland’s main town. Backed by about £60 million of non-recourse project-finance debt arranged with NatWest, Lloyds and Siemens Financial Services, the project will be the largest standalone battery ever built on Scotland’s islands and one of the biggest off-grid assets in Europe.
The installation—dubbed the Shetland Standby Project—is designed to keep electricity flowing to the archipelago’s 23,000 residents whenever the new 600-MW HVDC cable linking Shetland to the mainland is unavailable. In such situations the battery will “ride through” faults for several minutes, giving Lerwick’s ageing diesel-fired power station time to start up from standby and take over, thereby slashing routine fuel burn and associated emissions.
Technically, the system goes beyond conventional storage. Zenobe will pair grid-forming inverters with an AC chopper—a first for a UK battery deployment—to absorb excess wind power and stabilise frequency on an island grid that already hosts more than 450 MW of wind capacity. Construction crews began foundation work this week, and the company expects the plant to enter commercial operation in the second half of 2026 after roughly 12 months on site.
Project financing is structured on a non-recourse, 15-year term aligned with a long-term services contract awarded by Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN) following a regulated tender. The arrangement provides predictable cash flows while insulating Zenobe’s balance sheet—an approach the company previously used on its Blackhillock, Kilmarnock South and Eccles batteries on the Scottish mainland.
With Shetland in hand, Zenobe’s Scottish portfolio tops 1.2 GW of capacity either operating or under construction, reinforcing the firm’s leadership in Britain’s fast-growing long-duration storage market. Analysts say the Lerwick plant will serve as a test case for other islands and remote grids seeking to phase out diesel while maintaining rock-solid reliability.
Aug 1, 2025 // Storage, Zenobe, SCOTLAND
GIG launches energy storage programmer
initial portfolio will consolidate GIG's existing battery storage tasks in the UK, Australia, Japan and Taiwan.
Subject to receipt of appropriate regulative
Nov 8, 2022 // Storage, UK, Australia, Europe, Oceania, Green Investment Group, GIG, Eku Energy, Chris Morrison, Mark Dooley
Spain's Fotowatio Renewable Ventures Acquires Majority Stake in 600 MW Greek BESS
BESS projects having actually a combined capacity of as much as 100 MW in the UK from RE Projects Development Limited (REPD). The Li-ion BESS is topped one
Nov 9, 2022 // Storage, UK, Europe, BESS, frv, Fotowatio Renewable Ventures, Abdul Latif Jameel Energy, battery electricity storage systems, Wootis SA
Harmony Energy energises Pillswood battery project
in a single cycle. This suffices electrical energy to power around 300,000 UK homes for two hours.
The site is located adjacent to National Grid's Creyke
Nov 21, 2022 // Storage, TESLA, UK, Europe, Harmony Energy, Peter Kavanagh, PILLSWOOD
Lightsource BP finilize 50MWp solar farms for H&M Group
output of approximately 50MWp, which is equivalent to powering over 15,000 UK homes. The solar projects became operational in December 2022 and will supply
Feb 15, 2023 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Lightsource BP, solar farm, H&M Group
RES Secures Permit for 25-MW Solar Farm in England
UK renewables developer RES has received approval for its 25-MW Varley solar farm project in South Gloucestershire, England. The project, which will be installed southeast of Cromhall, is expected to generate enough electricity to power nearly 10,000 homes annually. The design of the solar park will allow the land to be used for sheep farming and planting native trees and hedges. RES selected the site due to its favorable solar irradiation levels and proximity to grid connection infrastructure. The company has previously delivered over 23 GW of renewable energy projects and manages 12 GW of assets worldwide.RES has obtained approval for its 25-MW Varley solar farm project in South Gloucestershire, England. The project, which will be located southeast of Cromhall, is expected to generate electricity equivalent to the annual power demand of nearly 10,000 homes. The solar park will be designed to allow for sheep farming and the planting of native trees and hedges. RES chose the site based on its favorable solar irradiation levels and proximity to viable grid connection infrastructure. The company has a track record of delivering renewable energy projects and currently manages 12 GW of assets globally.
What are the features and benefits of RES's approved Varley solar farm project in South Gloucestershire?
The Varley solar farm project in South Gloucestershire has been approved by RES, a UK renewables developer.
The project will have a capacity of 25 MW and will be located southeast of Cromhall in England.
It is expected to generate enough electricity to power approximately 10,000 homes annually.
The design of the solar park will allow for the land to be used for sheep farming, promoting sustainable agriculture practices.
Native trees and hedges will also be planted, enhancing biodiversity and providing habitat for wildlife.
RES selected the site for the project due to its favorable solar irradiation levels, ensuring optimal energy generation.
The proximity to grid connection infrastructure was also a key factor in choosing the location.
RES has a strong track record in delivering renewable energy projects, having previously completed over 23 GW of projects.
The company currently manages 12 GW of renewable energy assets worldwide, showcasing its expertise and experience in the industry.
Jan 29, 2024 // Plants, res, England, solar farm













