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Could a £300m energy storage plant play a key role?

The backers of a pioneering £300m energy storage plant set for Greater Manchester say it could play a key role in the UK’s net zero transition. Highview Power has announced it has secured investment from energy giant Centrica and the UK Infrastructure Bank to build the first commercial-scale liquid air energy storage (LAES) plant in the UK.

How is the UK's solar energy and battery storage sector changing?

Introduction The UK’s solar energy and battery storage sector is undergoing a rapid transformation, bolstered by ambitious climate targets and supportive policies. Solar photovoltaics (PV) capacity has rebounded since the end of feed-in tariffs, while energy storage is scaling up to enhance grid reliability.

Is the UK's solar and energy storage sector at an inflection point?

In conclusion, the UK’s solar and energy storage sector finds itself at an inflection point – bolstered by supportive policy, buoyant investment, and rapid tech improvements, yet challenged by infrastructure bottlenecks and the practicalities of an unprecedented build-out.

Who owns the energy storage project?

The project is owned by Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners and developed by Wirsol Energy; Hive Energy. For more details on the latest energy storage projects, buy the project profiles here. The gold standard of business intelligence.

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