Introduction
Ambitious net-zero and decarbonisation targets have significantly
accelerated the development of renewable energy sources globally, with a
particular focus on solar and wind (both onshore and offshore). While these
technologies are the backbone of the energy transition, their intermittent
generation profile poses inherent challenges to the matching of supply-and-demand
and therefore maintaining grid stability.
In response to this, Battery Energy Storage Systems (“BESS”) provide an
optimal solution to renewable energy intermittency by storing excess
generation during periods of low demand or low pricing, and exporting
during periods of high demand or higher pricing (often referred to as
revenue shifting). BESS can also play a crucial role in counteracting
renewables curtailment – i.e. where there is excess generation and/or grid
constraints, restricting a renewable energy project’s ability to export.
As such, BESS continue to establish themselves as an increasingly important
asset class in the UK’s energy system, and will be a key ingredient in
achieving net-zero and clean power targets. The UK government continues
to implement policies and incentives to promote quick deployment and
adoption, with the National Energy System Operator (“NESO”, formerly
National Grid ESO) providing coordinated management and planning of the
UK’s grid infrastructure and energy transition. This is managed across both
the transmission system (by NESO) and the distribution networks (by
Distribution Network Operators, “DNOs”).
As part of NESO’s overarching Net Zero Strategy, BESS is identified as a
cornerstone for enhancing future resilience, flexibility, and renewable
energy penetration.
In our full whitepaper, you’ll gain insight into:
- The current status of Connections Reform
- Where we stand with Gate 2
- How to add value to your BESS project prior to Gate 2 offers
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