The project was developed to “ready-to-build” by GroenLeven and will connect to TenneT’s high-voltage transmission grid. Vopak will now lead the next phase, aiming to build a utility-scale lithium-ion battery storage system (BESS) that enhances the flexibility and reliability of the national energy system.
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“This successful transaction confirms our leading role in the development of battery storage projects in Europe. Energy storage plays a key role in building a future-proof energy system, and this project marks an important milestone in our ambition to deliver large-scale solutions,” said Benjamin Casteleyn, CCO of GroenLeven.
More projects to come
Daniel Gäfke, COO of BayWa r.e.: “This accomplishment demonstrates our expertise in delivering innovative and versatile solutions, needed to ensure crucial flexibility within the electricity market and grid stability. We are proud of the development of our largest European storage project to date and look forward to integrating more battery storage technology into Europe’s energy supply.” (hcn)
