RES signs digital solutions contract with TRIG to support major UK battery storage project

RES, the world’s largest independent renewable energy company, has signed a contract with The Renewables Infrastructure Group (TRIG) to deliver its energy management system for a key battery energy storage project in the North East of England through its growing Digital Solutions business.

Located in Spennymoor, County Durham, the 100MW, two-hour duration battery energy storage system (BESS)  will help strengthen the UK’s electricity system by storing renewable power when it is abundant and releasing it when demand is high.

The site, which is currently in construction, was developed by RES, with the company securing planning permission in 2022.

RES will deliver its RESolve Energy Management System (EMS) and integration services to allow the project to operate safely, efficiently and reliably. RESolve ensures the asset operates effectively in concert with the wider grid, as a key piece of software enabling storage.

By using these digital solutions RES will help maximise the efficiency of the Spennymoor, protecting the asset, responding rapidly to market and grid signals, and ultimately supporting lower system costs.

Alex Bamberger, VP, Digital Solutions at RES, said: “Batteries are essential for the future of our energy system but they need the right technology behind them to perform at their best. Our EMS software and integration services are built on over a decade of energy storage delivery and operations and help customers like TRIG get the most out of their assets while supporting the energy transition. We’re proud to be supporting Spennymoor – one of the UK’s most important new storage sites – and to continue our strong partnership with TRIG.”

Minesh Shah, Managing Director – TRIG, said: “As more wind and solar projects connect to the UK grid, battery storage is playing an increasingly important role in delivering a reliable, low-carbon energy system. Spennymoor is a key part of that transition, and we’re pleased to be working with RES to benefit from technical services and digital solutions.”

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More about RESolve, visit: www.res-group.com/digital-solutions/resolve

About RES

RES is the world’s largest independent renewable energy company, working across 24 countries and active in wind, solar, energy storage, green hydrogen, transmission, and distribution.  An industry innovator for over 40 years, RES has delivered more than 28GW of renewable energy projects across the globe and plans to bring more than 26GW of new capacity online in the next five years. 

As a service provider, RES has the skills and experience in asset management, operations and maintenance (O&M), and spare parts – supporting 45GW of renewable assets.  RES brings to the market a range of purposeful, practical technology-based products and digital solutions designed to maximise investment and deployment of renewable energy. 

RES is the power behind a clean energy future where everyone has access to affordable zero carbon energy bringing together global experience, passion, and the innovation of its 4,500 people to transform the way energy is generated, stored and supplied. Visit: www.res-group.com

About TRIG

The Renewables Infrastructure Group (“TRIG” or the “Company”) is a leading London-listed renewable energy infrastructure investment company. The Company seeks to provide shareholders with an attractive long-term, income-based return with a positive correlation to inflation by focusing on strong cash generation across a diversified portfolio of predominantly operating projects.

TRIG is invested in a portfolio of wind, solar and battery storage projects across six markets in Europe with a net operational capacity of 2.3GW; enough renewable power for 1.8 million homes and to avoid 2.0 million tonnes of carbon emissions per annum.

CONTACT FOR MORE INFORMATION:

Rory Brown

RES Press Office

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