S'abonner

Norwich to host storage system

The Norwich substation could benefit from a battery storage system proposed by EDF Renewables.

Share:

The Norwich substation could benefit from a battery storage system proposed by EDF Renewables.

A storage system

The Norwich substation is located between Dunston and Swainsthorpe in the United Kingdom. EDF Renewables UK has announced plans to develop a 114MW battery energy storage system south of the substation. Thus, the company starts the environmental and technical assessments necessary for the project.

In parallel, EDF Renewables, before submitting a planning application, is consulting with the local population about the project. In addition, this project falls within the framework of the of the British government. It aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2050.

The development of storage systems in parallel with the various renewable energy production projects is important. Indeed, battery storage offers the flexibility required by National Grid to manage intermittent supply. This intermittency is characteristic of renewable sources such as wind and solar.

Consultations

Batteries are an asset for quickly dealing with network outages. Their ability to respond to changes in electricity supply and demand, helps to reduce the risk of outages .Martin Cole, planning director of EDF Renewables’ Storage and Private Wiring Division, says:

“As more and more of our lives are powered by electricity – from heating to cars – our energy system is changing. Batteries are helping to future-proof the grid and cost-effectively integrate more renewable energy. Generating more of our electricity renewably from local sources will lead to lower bills and greater energy security.”

EDF Renewables is undertaking a public consultation for its Norwich project from November 21 to December 12, 2022. This consultation will be the subject of a planning application in 2023. This, as part of the process, should be submitted to South Norfolk Council.

In the United Kingdom, EDF Renewables has an operating portfolio of 38 renewable energy sites. It includes batteries, onshore and offshore wind turbines, together totaling more than 1GW. In addition, the company has an expanding portfolio with nearly 5GW of projects in planning and development.

  • Popular on energynews.pro
PDVSA prepares to resume oil exports as US licensing eases
Equinor extends Hammerfest LNG terminal shutdown until August 3
Sonatrach and Sinopec accelerate exploration of new oil basins in Algeria
Qatar threatens to divert its gas exports to Asia over European rules
TenneT invests EUR 5.5 bn in Dutch and German grids in the first half of 2025
Eos Energy raises $336mn and accelerates long-duration storage in the United States and the United Kingdom
Eos Energy Enterprises reaches a milestone with record quarterly revenue and strengthens its position in energy storage, supported by a major fundraising and the expansion of its commercial pipeline.
AGL Energy launches 500 MW battery project for 800 mn USD in Australia
AGL Energy Limited invests 800 mn USD in a 500 MW battery in New South Wales, aiming for commissioning in 2027 and strengthening its position in the flexible assets market.
AGL invests in 16 community batteries to support vulnerable households in South Australia
AGL launches a community battery project totalling 11.5 MW, aiming to reduce electricity costs for more than 10,000 low-income households in South Australia through a public-private partnership and public financial support.
esVolta commissions three new storage sites in Texas to strengthen the grid
Nearly 1 GWh of storage capacity has just been added to the Texas grid by esVolta, meeting critical needs in Dallas and western parts of the state for the 2025 summer peak.
Arevon inaugurates 200 MW storage facility to support the San Diego grid
Arevon has launched operations at the Peregrine Energy Storage project in San Diego, with a capacity of 200 MW for 400 MWh and a $300mn investment to strengthen California’s energy security during periods of peak demand.
H2G Green Limited bets on hard carbon to equip the sodium-ion battery market
H2G Green Limited and Singapore’s Agency for Science, Technology and Research launch a partnership to industrialise a process transforming biochar into hard carbon, essential for sodium-ion and lithium-ion battery production. —
Avangrid and Tyba accelerate battery storage mapping on the US market
Avangrid has completed a strategic pilot with Tyba to optimise battery site selection, simulating operations at over 2,400 locations to refine profitability and the management of energy storage on US power markets.
Chile accelerates battery storage with 5 GW planned by 2030
The addition of 5 GW of battery capacity and commissioning of the Kimal-Lo Aguirre line are expected to significantly reduce congestion and stabilise Chile’s power grid by 2032.
B2U launches 24MWh grid storage site in Texas with repurposed electric vehicle batteries
B2U Storage Solutions has started construction on a grid storage facility in Bexar County, deploying 500 repurposed electric vehicle batteries for a 24MWh project, marking a first in Texas and signalling a significant step in the US market.
New York launches first selection for one gigawatt of energy storage
The State of New York is launching a major competition to deploy one gigawatt of energy storage, a key step in its roadmap to strengthen grid reliability and optimise costs.
SUNOTEC and Sungrow reach major agreement for 2.4 GWh energy storage in Bulgaria
SUNOTEC and Sungrow announce the signing of a strategic contract to deploy 2.4 GWh of batteries for large-scale solar projects in Bulgaria, setting a new record for energy storage in Southeast Europe.
Inlyte Energy launches 4 MWh iron-sodium battery to boost resilience in California
A 4 MWh iron-sodium energy storage system will be deployed in Sonoma County, supporting a critical evacuation zone and reducing diesel reliance in the face of increasing wildfire risks.
Elements Green secures £140mn funding for its 360 MW energy storage project in the UK
Elements Green has secured £140mn ($181mn) in funding to develop a 360 MW battery storage system, one of the largest in the country, with support from Goldman Sachs Alternatives.
Google signs global agreement with Energy Dome to deploy CO₂ systems
Energy Dome has signed a strategic partnership with Google to globally deploy its long-duration CO₂-based energy storage technology, aiming to support the continuous supply of electricity to power grids.
Tulip Innovation secures third injunction against Sunwoda in battery patent dispute
Tulip Innovation has obtained a third injunction in Germany against Sunwoda Group in a battery technology patent case, strengthening its position in the electric vehicle components market.
NovaSource Power Services takes charge of operations at Melbourne Renewable Energy Hub
NovaSource Power Services has been selected to manage operations and maintenance for the Melbourne Renewable Energy Hub, a key 1.6 GWh energy storage infrastructure at the heart of Victoria’s energy strategy.
Desay Battery launches proactive safety batteries and targets the global storage market
Desay Battery unveiled its new generation of energy storage solutions in Changsha, focusing on proactive safety and innovations for data centres and the global market.
The largest 500 MW energy storage site in southern Xinjiang is now operational
A 500 MW independent energy storage site has just been connected to the grid near Kashgar, marking a significant step forward in the modernisation of southern Xinjiang’s electricity network.
Macsen Labs Makes a Breakthrough with Its Prussian White Cathode Material for Sodium-Ion Batteries
Macsen Labs announces a major advancement with its Prussian White material for Sodium-Ion batteries. The company files a provisional patent and moves to the pilot-scale production phase.
AMEA Power commissions Egypt’s first large-scale battery energy storage system
AMEA Power has commissioned a 300 MWh battery energy storage system in Egypt, a first for the country, extending the Aswan solar site’s activity and consolidating its presence in the African market.

FOSSILS

POLICY

RENEWABLE

PLUS

© XMARKET PUBLISHING