Canadian Solar announced that e-STORAGE, part of its subsidiary CSI Solar, has signed contracts with Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) for 2 GWh DC battery energy storage systems for two projects in Scotland.
The Coalburn 2 Project in South Lanarkshire and the Devilla Project in Fife, each with 1 GWh DC capacity, are set to begin construction in 2027. These projects will use 450 SolBank 3.0 battery containers, ensuring long-term performance under a service agreement with CIP. The energy generated will power approximately 250,000 homes for a full day, stabilizing the grid and supporting the UK’s clean energy goals.
The projects are expected to displace 4.57 million metric tons of CO2 emissions, promote renewable energy transmission, and include biodiversity initiatives such as tree planting. These efforts align with the UK’s target for a clean power system by 2030 and net-zero carbon economy by 2050.
Nischal Agarwal of CIP emphasized the role of these projects in enhancing energy security and accelerating renewable deployment. Colin Parkin of e-STORAGE highlighted the transformative impact on Scotland’s energy landscape, unlocking offshore wind potential and improving grid stability.
Canadian Solar, founded in 2001, is a leading global solar and renewable energy company. With a portfolio including 142 GW of solar photovoltaic modules delivered and 8 GWh of battery energy storage solutions shipped, Canadian Solar is a key player in advancing sustainable energy. Its project development pipeline spans 26 GWp of solar and 66 GWh of battery energy storage capacity worldwide.