Today’s renewable energy news includes announcements from e-STORAGE, TOYO, among others.
e-STORAGE to Deliver 420 MWh Battery Storage Systems for Drax in UK
Canadian Solar’s e-STORAGE will deliver 420 MWh of battery energy storage systems (BESS) for Drax across two UK projects, strengthening grid flexibility and renewable integration. The projects include a 60 MW/120 MWh system in Marfleet, England, and a 150 MW/300 MWh installation in Neilston, Scotland, developed by Apatura. The systems will use advanced SolBank 3.0 technology and include long-term service agreements for performance optimization and reliability. Installation is set to begin in Q3 2026 and early 2027. This strategic investment highlights innovation in energy storage, supporting the UK’s transition to a flexible, low-carbon power system while enhancing energy security and enabling greater renewable penetration.
TOYO Appoints Solar Industry Veteran Rhone Resch as Chief Strategy Officer
TOYO has appointed solar industry veteran Rhone Resch as Chief Strategy Officer, strengthening its global growth strategy and leadership team. In this newly created role, Resch will focus on expanding TOYO’s manufacturing footprint, accelerating U.S. market growth, and building strategic partnerships across the solar value chain. With over two decades of experience, including his tenure as CEO of the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), Resch brings deep expertise in policy, commercialization, and market development. The appointment reflects TOYO’s strategic investment in scaling operations and navigating evolving regulatory and market dynamics, positioning the company to capitalize on rising global demand for solar energy solutions.
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