Today’s renewable energy news includes announcements on Innagreen, BSR, Canadian Solar, among others.
Innagreen Acquires 50-MW Longhedge Solar Farm to Expand UK Renewable Energy Portfolio
Innagreen Investments has acquired the consented 49.9-MW Longhedge Solar Farm in Nottinghamshire, England, from RES, strengthening its presence in the UK renewable energy market. Once operational, the project is expected to generate enough clean electricity to power approximately 15,000 homes annually, supporting the UK’s clean energy and energy security objectives. The development highlights innovation in sustainable solar infrastructure by combining renewable energy generation with significant environmental enhancements. The project includes plans to deliver biodiversity net gain, featuring more than 2.5 km of species-rich hedgerows, improved landscaping, and the creation of two new permissive bridleways to enhance public access and recreational opportunities.RES will continue to provide development, construction management, and technical services, ensuring efficient project delivery and long-term operational performance. The acquisition aligns with Innagreen’s strategy of investing in high-quality renewable energy assets that deliver stable returns while supporting decarbonization goals. The project will provide benefits for local communities, businesses, and consumers through clean energy generation, environmental stewardship, and strengthened regional energy resilience.
BSR Submits Plans for 27-MW Solar and 37.5-MW Battery Storage Project in Kent
British Solar Renewables (BSR) has submitted planning proposals for the Elmley Road Renewable Park in Sheerness, Kent, featuring a 27-MW solar farm paired with a 37.5-MW battery energy storage system (BESS). The project is expected to generate enough clean electricity to power approximately 11,582 homes annually while delivering estimated CO₂ savings of 10,258 tonnes per year. The project showcases innovation through the integration of solar generation and battery storage, enabling excess renewable energy to be stored and supplied when demand is highest. This approach improves grid flexibility, supports energy security, and maximizes renewable energy utilization. A key environmental benefit is the commitment to delivering a minimum 60% biodiversity net gain, including habitat enhancements and ecological improvements under BSR’s Nature Protection Pledge. The development also includes a community benefit fund of up to £206,400 to support local initiatives and infrastructure. The Elmley Road Renewable Park aligns with Swale Borough Council’s climate objectives and the UK’s net-zero ambitions, demonstrating how renewable energy projects can deliver clean power, environmental stewardship, and long-term benefits for local communities and consumers.
Canadian Solar’s e-STORAGE Secures 381-MWh Battery Storage Order from Apex Clean Energy in Michigan
e-STORAGE, the energy storage division of Canadian Solar, has secured a 381-MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) order from Apex Clean Energy for a project in Michigan, further strengthening its presence in the rapidly growing U.S. energy storage market. The project will utilize Canadian Solar’s advanced battery storage technology to enhance grid flexibility, reliability, and renewable energy integration. A key innovation of the project is the deployment of large-scale battery storage capable of storing excess renewable electricity and supplying it during periods of peak demand. This will help stabilize the grid, reduce renewable energy curtailment, and improve the efficiency of clean energy utilization. The system is expected to support Michigan’s transition toward a more resilient and sustainable energy infrastructure.The project delivers significant benefits for utilities, businesses, and consumers by enhancing energy security, improving grid reliability, and supporting decarbonization goals. It also highlights the growing demand for utility-scale battery storage as renewable energy deployment accelerates across North America. The order further strengthens Canadian Solar’s expanding energy storage portfolio and reinforces the critical role of BESS technology in enabling a cleaner, more flexible, and reliable electricity system.
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