Finland energy storage group tender

Is this Finland's largest battery energy storage system?

Swedish flexible assets developer and optimizer Ingrid Capacity has joined hands with SEB Nordic Energy’s portfolio company Locus Energy to develop what is claimed to be Finland’s largest and one of the Nordics’ largest battery energy storage systems (BESS). The 70 MW/140 MWh BESS project will be located in Nivala, northern Finland.

When will the energy grid project start in Finland?

The project proponents have confirmed that the construction works will start in March 2025. The project, which is one of the largest of its kind in Finland, will provide grid services including frequency response and will be able to participate in energy trading on wholesale power markets.

What role will battery technology play in Finland's energy mix?

Francesco Cacciabue, Partner at Glennmont, commented: “Battery technology will play an increasingly vital role in both Finland and the wider world’s energy mix in the years to come, mitigating intermittency issues and ensuring we gain maximum benefit from established renewables technologies.”

Who is building a 30MW Bess in Finland?

Construction has begun on a 30MW BESS in Finland, developed by Glennmont Partners and deployed by ESS firm Alfen, with local IPP Ilmatar.

Will Helen Oy invest in a 40 MW battery energy storage system?

Finnish utility Helen Oy will invest an undisclosed amount in a 40-MW battery energy storage system (BESS) project planned to be installed in the southern part of its home country. The project is being developed by Evli-Rahastoyhtio Oy, which will continue as a co-investor alongside Helen, the utility company said in a press release on Thursday.