Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) is expected to take the final investment decision (FID) for the two energy storage projects later in 2024. Credit: Phonlamai Photo/Shutterstock.com.

Battery energy storage systems developer Alcemi has received planning permission for two battery energy storage system (BESS) projects totalling 1.5GW in Scotland.

The projects are part of a larger 4GW energy storage portfolio that Alcemi is deploying across the UK.

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The Devilla energy storage project, with a capacity of 500MW and 1,000 megawatt-hours, is situated in Fife, north of Edinburgh.

The Rawhills energy storage project, with 1GW/two gigawatt-hours of capacity, is located in Coalburn, south of Glasgow.

Both have been planned in collaboration with local authorities and stakeholders to ensure they adhere to environmental and safety standards.

They are being developed in partnership with CIP through its flagship funds.

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Alcemi chief development director James Forster stated: “This is a fantastic achievement for Alcemi and advances our mission to facilitate the UK’s transition to clean energy. These projects will provide stability to the grid, limit network constraints and are vital to maximising our offshore wind generation.

“They are a key component to ensuring renewable energy is transported across the country.”

As part of an ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship, the projects include initiatives such as tree and shrub planting and the creation of new wildlife habitats.

The Scottish Government’s Energy Consents Unit also approved the two projects’ planning applications.

CIP is expected to make the FID on the projects later in 2024, with construction commencing shortly thereafter.

The strategic partnership between CIP and Alcemi was established in March 2022. It was designed to enhance the UK’s renewable energy capacity and support the nation’s goal of net-zero emissions by 2050.

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