Today’s renewable energy news includes announcements from AboitizPower, Actis, Taliva Energy, among others.
AboitizPower Starts Construction of 60-MW Battery Storage Project in Cebu
AboitizPower has broken ground on a 60-MW standalone Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at the Naga Power Plant Complex in Naga City, Cebu, Philippines. The project is expected to enter commercial operation in 2027 and will play a key role in strengthening grid reliability across the Visayas region. The Naga BESS will provide contingency and regulating reserve services, enabling the power grid to respond rapidly to fluctuations in electricity supply and demand. By storing excess electricity and releasing it when needed, the battery system will enhance grid flexibility, stability, and resilience as renewable energy deployment increases across the Philippines. The project also marks the transformation of the former Naga Power Plant Complex, which previously housed coal- and diesel-fired generating units that have since been decommissioned. The site is being repurposed from conventional thermal generation to modern energy storage infrastructure, supporting the country’s clean energy transition. The Naga BESS forms part of AboitizPower’s broader strategy to diversify its energy portfolio and support the Philippine Energy Plan. As renewable energy penetration grows, large-scale battery storage will become increasingly important in maintaining grid reliability, improving energy security, and enabling a more sustainable and flexible power system.
Actis Launches Polish Renewable Energy Platform Targeting 1.5 GW
Actis, a leading global sustainable infrastructure investor, has entered the Polish renewable energy market by launching a new platform targeting up to 1.5 GW of renewable energy capacity across onshore wind, solar, and battery energy storage projects. The platform will focus on acquiring and developing late-stage renewable energy assets, including hybrid projects that combine generation and storage technologies. The platform’s foundation is the acquisition of Klara Renewables, a 171-MW portfolio of six operational onshore wind farms purchased from CVC DIF. Located across the Polish regions of Wielkopolska, Kujawy-Pomorze, and Podlasie, the wind farms generate approximately 500 GWh of electricity annually and are backed by 15-year Contracts for Difference (CfDs) extending to 2038–2039. The portfolio also offers an additional 275 MW of hybridisation potential through co-located solar and battery storage systems. A key advantage of the strategy is the use of existing grid connections, reducing development timelines and supporting faster deployment of new renewable assets. The investment highlights growing confidence in Poland’s renewable energy sector and will contribute to energy security, carbon reduction, and grid modernization while accelerating the country’s transition toward a cleaner and more resilient energy system.
Taliva Energy Selects Jinko ESS for 400-MWh Battery Storage Portfolio in Eastern Europe
Taliva Energy has signed an agreement with Jinko ESS, the energy storage arm of JinkoSolar, to deploy 400 MWh of battery energy storage systems (BESS) across multiple projects in Eastern Europe. The partnership was formalized during Intersolar Europe 2026 and represents a significant step in expanding large-scale energy storage infrastructure in the region. Under the agreement, Jinko ESS will supply advanced battery storage solutions for projects located across several sites, supporting Taliva Energy’s strategy to build reliable and bankable energy assets throughout Europe. The battery systems will help improve grid flexibility, increase the utilization of renewable energy, and strengthen energy resilience in markets experiencing rapid renewable energy growth. The projects align with Taliva Energy’s ambition to deploy more than 500 MWh of energy storage capacity by the end of 2026. By combining Taliva’s project development expertise with Jinko ESS’s advanced storage technology, the partnership aims to accelerate the deployment of high-performance energy storage solutions capable of supporting renewable energy integration and grid stabilization. The deal highlights the growing importance of battery storage in Europe’s energy transition, where increasing renewable penetration is driving demand for flexible and scalable storage infrastructure. The 400-MWh portfolio will contribute to a more resilient, sustainable, and low-carbon electricity system across Eastern Europe.
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