Today’s renewable energy news includes announcements from OX2, GridStor, Osaka Gas, among others.
OX2 to manage 76MW Tolpanvaara wind farm in Finland for Rabbalshede Kraft
Renewable energy developer OX2 has signed an agreement to provide full operational management services for the 76MW Tolpanvaara wind farm in Finland, owned by Rabbalshede Kraft. Located near Pudasjärvi, the 13-turbine project has been operational since 2024 and generates around 250GWh of renewable electricity annually. Under the deal, OX2 will oversee technical, commercial and financial management, strengthening its presence in the Finnish wind energy market. The agreement builds on an existing partnership between the companies, including the Mörknässkogen wind farm. The move supports Rabbalshede Kraft’s strategy to expand its Nordic renewable portfolio by integrating wind, solar and energy storage, while reinforcing Finland’s clean energy transition.
GridStor signs Axpo deal for 220MW/440MWh Texas battery storage project
GridStor has entered into a long-term agreement with Axpo to optimise a 220MW/440MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) in Texas, strengthening its position in the fast-growing US energy storage market. Under the deal, Axpo will provide route-to-market services, including energy trading and optimisation, enabling the project to capture value from wholesale power markets and ancillary services. The large-scale BESS will support grid stability, enhance renewable energy integration and improve power reliability in ERCOT. The agreement highlights rising demand for flexible storage solutions in Texas, driven by increasing renewable capacity and grid volatility, while reinforcing GridStor’s strategy to expand its utility-scale battery portfolio across key US markets.
Osaka Gas unit to deploy 2MW battery storage at Kagoshima solar park
Osaka Gas Group subsidiary Osaka Gas Engineering will install a 2MW battery energy storage system (BESS) at a solar power plant in Kagoshima, Japan, enhancing grid flexibility and renewable energy utilisation. The project will integrate storage with existing solar capacity, enabling better management of power output and improving supply-demand balancing. The BESS will help stabilise the grid, reduce curtailment and maximise the value of solar generation. This initiative aligns with Japan’s broader strategy to expand energy storage deployment and accelerate renewable integration. It also strengthens Osaka Gas’ position in the energy transition, leveraging advanced storage solutions to support a more resilient and efficient power system.
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