Today’s renewable energy news includes updates Blueleaf, Smolyan VE in Bulgaria, Optimus Energy, among others.
Blueleaf, Universal Peak Secure Grid Agreements for 100-MW Malaysian BESS
Blueleaf Energy and its partner Universal Peak Sdn Bhd have signed key service and grid-connection agreements with national utility Tenaga Nasional Berhad for a 100-MW/400-MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) project in Malaysia. The agreements establish the commercial and technical framework required to integrate the large-scale battery facility into the national grid, marking a major milestone for the project. Developed under a build-own-operate (BOO) model by consortium company BKHM BESS Sdn Bhd, the project was awarded through Malaysia’s inaugural MyBeST energy storage programme after a competitive tender process. The Battery Energy Storage Service Agreement (BESSA) secures TNB as the off-taker of the project’s capacity, while the connection agreement governs grid integration and operational requirements. Scheduled for commissioning in 2027, the 400-MWh facility will enhance grid reliability, support greater renewable energy integration, and contribute to Malaysia’s National Energy Transition Roadmap and net-zero emissions target by 2050.
Bulgaria Commissions 80-MW/320-MWh Battery Energy Storage System
Bulgarian-U.S. joint venture Smolyan VE has commissioned an 80-MW/320-MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) in Bulgaria, marking a significant milestone in the country’s energy transition and grid modernization efforts. The large-scale battery project is designed to enhance grid stability, improve electricity system flexibility, and support the integration of increasing volumes of renewable energy into the national power network. The four-hour duration BESS is among the largest energy storage facilities currently operating in Bulgaria and is expected to play a key role in balancing power supply and demand, reducing grid congestion, and strengthening energy security. The project comes as Bulgaria accelerates investments in clean energy infrastructure to meet decarbonization targets and improve the reliability of its electricity system. The commissioning highlights the growing importance of battery storage across Southeast Europe, where utilities and developers are increasingly deploying large-scale BESS projects to complement renewable generation and support a more resilient and sustainable energy market.
Optimus Energy Solutions Acquires South Carolina EV Fast-Charging Network
Optimus Energy Solutions (OES) has acquired a major electric vehicle (EV) fast-charging network in South Carolina, ensuring the continued operation of critical charging infrastructure across the state. Originally developed under a Duke Energy pilot programme approved by the South Carolina Public Service Commission, the network comprises 52 DC fast-charging stations located across 26 sites, including key travel corridors and underserved rural communities. Following a two-week transition process, the charging stations were integrated into the ChargePoint network, improving accessibility and visibility for EV drivers. OES plans to operate and maintain the network long-term as electric vehicle adoption continues to grow across the southeastern United States. South Carolina currently has more than 20,000 registered EVs, highlighting the increasing demand for reliable charging infrastructure. The acquisition strengthens OES’s presence in the Southeast’s expanding clean transportation sector and supports broader efforts to enhance regional EV infrastructure, improve charging access, and accelerate the transition to sustainable mobility.
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