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Irish Independent
an hour ago
- General
- Irish Independent
Plans for Wicklow solar farm refused over visual impact
Located in the townland of Ballymoney, just off the M11, the proposed development – which had a 40-year lifespan - was the second planned by BNRG in the area after receiving consent for a solar farm on a neighbouring 19-hectare site in 2019. The latest application proposed to construct PV panels mounted on metal support structures along with a battery energy storage system (BESS), with access provided via the neighbouring, approved solar farm. The solar farm, battery energy storage system BESS and main infrastructure, including inverter stations, MV stations, new access tracks, underground cabling, a temporary construction compound and a substation, would occupy five fields of agricultural land currently being used for arable farming, with perimeter fencing surrounding it, 16 CCTV cameras and access gates. Refusing the application, a senior executive Wicklow County Council planner noted three reasons for the decision, including the overall scale of the proposed development within a designated Coastal Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, its visibility from the surrounding road network and the 'cumulative effect of a number of permitted solar farms within the immediate area'. 'It is considered that the proposed solar farm would be contrary to the objectives of the County Development Plan, would result in a significant visual impact due to the local landscape appearing industrialised and would negatively impact on this scenic coastal rural area,' the planner wrote. Noting the potential detrimental impacts on the amenities of residential property in the area, the loss of established agricultural land and the lack of supporting information, the planner commented that the local authority is 'not satisfied that the proposed development would not seriously injure the amenities of the area'. Commenting on how it was 'not possible to fully assess the potential impact on the amenities of the area', the planner highlighted the lack of sufficient information submitted, including a fieldwork-based archaeological impact assessment, decommissioning costs, plans outlining appropriate riparian buffer zones and a report on the potential impacts of a cumulative loss of agricultural land in the area'. BNRG has four weeks from the decision date (July 9) to appeal the decision to An Coimisiún Pleanála.
The Hindu
2 hours ago
- Business
- The Hindu
KSEB seeks approval for grid-scale battery storage systems at four more locations to manage surplus solar power
The Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) has sought approval for grid-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS) at four more of its substations to handle the large volume of surplus solar power being generated in the State. The power utility has sought the State Electricity Regulatory Commission's approval for implementing BESS systems with a combined capacity of 125 megawatt/500 megawatt hour (MW/MWh) at its substations at Sreekantapuram in Alappuzha district, Pothencode in Thiruvananthapuram, Mulleria in Kasaragod and Areacode in Malappuram. In a BESS system, the MW rating denotes the maximum amount of power that it can deliver at any given moment. MWh indicates the total amount of energy that the system can store. The BESS projects at Sreekantapuram and Pothencode will each have a capacity of 40 megawatt/160 megawatt hour (MW/MWh), while the ones planned in Mulleria and Areacode will have a capacity of 15 MW/60 Mwh and 30 MW/120 MWh. KSEB proposes to implement these projects through NHPC Ltd, which has been nominated as a BESS Implementing Agency (BIA) by the Union Power Ministry under the Viability Gap Funding scheme for the development of BESS systems. The KSEB has also sought the commission's approval for the monthly capacity charges quoted by four project developers shortlisted by NHPC. The tariff quoted by the developers would remain fixed for a period of 12 years, with a provision for extending the project life by another five years with appropriate adjustments in the applicable tariff. The power utility had already announced plans to set up a BESS at the Mylatti substation in Kasaragod. In seeking the commission's approval for the four new proposals, the KSEB has cited a growing requirement for energy storage in the State, given the 'increasing solar power penetration, rising peak power demand, the installed capacity within the State, and the prevailing price of peak power.' BESS systems will increase the internal power handling capacity of the State and reduce the dependence on the inter-State power transmission corridor, according to KSEB.
Scotsman
3 hours ago
- Business
- Scotsman
50-megawatt battery energy storage farm to be built close to Scottish town
'We are confident that this project will bring considerable economic and environmental benefits to West Lothian' – Laura Petrie, project manager Sign up to our Scotsman Money newsletter, covering all you need to know to help manage your money. Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... A battery storage facility that it's claimed will play a 'critical role in tackling climate change' has been given the green light in West Lothian. The site for the new facility, which will have a capacity of just under 50 megawatts, is located at Middlerigg Farm, between Bathgate and Armadale. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad A planning application for the project by Galileo Empower has been granted unanimously by the local council's development management committee. It is the renewable energy company's first consent in Scotland. A file picture showing a typical example of another battery energy storage system (BESS). The firm said it was committed to ensuring that local people benefit from the 'positive economic and social value that this project can bring'. Project manager Laura Petrie said: 'Infrastructure such as this has a vital part to play as we move away from polluting fossil fuels to clean, green, renewable energy, playing a critical role in tackling climate change and supporting Scotland to achieve its net-zero target. 'We are confident that this project will bring considerable economic and environmental benefits to West Lothian. In addition to a community benefit fund, the development will deliver considerable investment, creating jobs and boosting the skills of our current and future workforce. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'We look forward to continuing to engage with the council and local communities as we progress the consented project,' she added. It is envisioned that a community benefit fund will focus on two key priorities - health/physical activity and training/education. A battery energy storage system (BESS) consists of several large batteries that store electrical power for use at a later time. They can be charged using excess electricity generated by wind or solar farms, for example, or by grid connection during periods of lower demand. However, many of these projects have attracted local criticism over their impact on the landscape and concerns regarding the risk of fire. Several large-scale BESS projects have been given the nod in recent years. Such facilities generally provide sufficient power for relatively short periods of a few hours before requiring recharging. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad In March, a vast £130 million facility in West Lothian was granted consent, with the 200-megawatt site having the capacity to meet peak electricity demands for approximately 240,000 homes for two hours. Developed by onshore renewables firm OnPath Energy, the 'state-of-the-art' facility will be located on Pond Industrial Estate near Bathgate. The firm said Pond Flexible Energy Park would play a vital role in Scotland's journey towards its 2045 net zero goals. Meanwhile, in May, ILI Group said planning consent had been granted for its 100-megawatt Learielaw battery energy storage system project near Broxburn, also in West Lothian. It marked the company's first major planning approval of 2025 and followed what it said had been a 'strong finish' to 2024, with 350 megawatts (MW) of storage projects consented across North Ayrshire, North Lanarkshire and the Highlands.
Time of India
6 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
India installs record 22 GW renewable capacity in H1 2025; solar leads with 18.4 GW: Report
India added a record 22 gigawatts (GW) of renewable energy capacity in the first half of 2025, marking a 57 per cent increase from the 14.2 GW installed in the same period last year, according to a report by Rystad Energy. Of the total, 18.4 GW came from solar installations, followed by 3.5 GW of wind and 250 megawatts (MW) of bioenergy. This is the highest-ever renewable capacity addition for any six-month period in the country. The growth was driven by developers rushing to capitalise on the Interstate Transmission System (ISTS) charge waiver, which starts at 25 per cent and increases annually until full implementation in June 2028. With this, India's total installed renewable energy capacity, including large hydropower, has reached 234 GW. However, fossil fuels continued to account for around 75 per cent of the electricity generated in the first half of 2025, the report noted. 'India installed 22 GW of renewable energy capacity in the first half of 2025, a new record. However, the country is still banking heavily on coal to meet growing power demand, with plans to install an additional 80 GW of new thermal projects. India is not yet undergoing a true energy transition; instead, it is focusing on building up installed capacity from both conventional and renewable energy sources to ensure energy security. Without urgent action to improve affordability and sustainability, particularly through grid upgrades and energy storage, coal will remain central to electrification efforts, jeopardizing progress toward India's net-zero goals,' said Sushma Jagannath, Vice President of Renewables and Power Research at Rystad Energy. Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) also saw a major expansion, with a total of 7.6 GW allocated to developers. This includes 5.4 GW of collocated solar and BESS projects, and 2.2 GW of standalone BESS—India's highest BESS allocation to date. Average tariffs were ₹4,000 per megawatt-hour (MWh) for standalone BESS and ₹3,208 per MWh for collocated solar-BESS projects. Jindal Group secured 990 MW of collocated solar and BESS capacity, while NTPC and ReNew each won 900 MW. In the standalone BESS segment, JSW Energy was allocated 625 MW and Reliance Power secured 525 MW of collocated capacity. Adani Green Energy secured a 510 MW collocated solar and BESS project. State-wise, Rajasthan led the renewable capacity chart with 37.4 GW, including 32 GW of solar and 5.2 GW of wind. Gujarat followed with 35.5 GW (21.5 GW solar and 13.8 GW wind), while Tamil Nadu ranked third with 11.8 GW of wind and 10.6 GW of solar. Tamil Nadu also contributed 1 GW to the national bioenergy total of 11.6 GW. Other key contributors to onshore wind capacity included Karnataka (7.7 GW), Maharashtra (5.3 GW), Andhra Pradesh (4.4 GW), and Madhya Pradesh (3.2 GW). Rystad Energy stated that the strong BESS auction participation reflects growing attention to grid stability and renewable integration. It expects continued acceleration in the sector due to policy and market signals. Nuclear power also saw some expansion, with the commissioning of the 700 MW Unit 7 of the Rajasthan Atomic Power Project. The government has also approved the country's first small modular reactor (SMR) in Bihar. Despite the growth in renewables and storage, coal remains the mainstay of India's power mix, and its phase-down remains a critical challenge in achieving the country's net-zero targets.
Malaysian Reserve
6 hours ago
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Trina Storage Strengthens APAC Footprint with Japan-Based Dual Deployment
TOKYO, July 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Trina Storage, a global leader of integrated battery energy storage systems (BESS) solutions, has successfully deployed and commissioned its Elementa 2 BESS at two utility-scale power plants in Japan's Gunma Prefecture. The project represents a key milestone for its growing footprint in APAC, where over 2.4 GWh of utility-scale BESS capacity is under execution. The Elementa 2 units were delivered simultaneously to two separate sites and brought online in less than three weeks. This dual-site deployment and commissioning was successfully executed under a compressed timeframe with Trina Storage's global engineering team collaborating with local technical specialists to support the system delivery and installation phases. This reflects a high-efficiency delivery model that combines global expertise with local execution. The client lauded Trina Storage for its professionalism, speed, and flexibility throughout the delivery process. Their decision to select Elementa 2 was based not only on product performance but also on Trina Storage's proven capability as a system integrator and the reliability of its local support. Combined, the systems deliver approximately 16 MWh of storage capacity, equivalent to powering 1,500 households. The project demonstrates Elementa 2's readiness for high-compliance environments. It meets Japan's stringent high-voltage grid standards, with the system supporting a range of applications including energy arbitrage, frequency regulation, and capacity firming. Elementa 2 meets major international safety and performance standards, including the world's first UL certification for liquid-cooled thermal control, IEC 61508 Functional Safety Process Certificate, TÜV NFPA69 explosion-proof ventilation certification, and Japan's JET fire propagation test — the first granted to an overseas brand. Backed by a reliable supply chain, comprehensive warranties, and long-term performance guarantees, Trina Storage ensures both operational reliability and financial bankability. The company is a BloombergNEF Tier 1 energy storage manufacturer for six straight quarters and ranks among top global BESS providers in its bankability surveys. 'Delivering two grid-integrated projects within three weeks highlights not only our product readiness, but also our local execution capability,' said Li Na, General Manager of Trinasolar Japan. 'Trina Storage offers a full-scope delivery framework from manufacturing to commissioning and a strong local team that understands Japan's regulatory and grid environment. We deeply appreciate our customer's trust and will continue building on this foundation to support the energy transition.' Japan's regulatory environment is among the most rigorous in the region. Completing this project positions Trina Storage to support customers in APAC's growing market.
