Today’s renewable energy news includes announcements from Plus Power, PPC Renewables, Hydrexia, and others.
Plus Power Brings 175-MW/350-MWh Battery Storage Project Online in Maine
Plus Power has begun operations at its 175-MW/350-MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) in Maine, marking a major milestone for grid-scale storage in the state. The project delivers fast-response capacity to help balance supply and demand, particularly during peak usage periods. The BESS enhances grid reliability, resilience, and renewable integration, supporting Maine’s growing clean energy portfolio. By providing frequency regulation and peak-shaving services, the system reduces strain on the grid and lowers reliance on fossil-fuel peaker plants. For consumers, the project is expected to contribute to greater price stability and improved service reliability. The milestone underscores rising investment in utility-scale battery storage across the US, driven by decarbonisation goals and the need for flexible energy infrastructure.
PPC Renewables to Install 60-MWh Battery Storage at Romanian Wind Farm
PPC Renewables plans to add a 60-MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) to one of its wind farms in Romania, enhancing the project’s flexibility and grid support capabilities. The integration of storage will allow better management of wind generation, reducing curtailment and improving dispatchability. The move reflects a broader strategy to pair renewable generation with battery storage, strengthening grid stability and optimising power output. For the Romanian energy system, the added BESS capacity will support frequency regulation, peak balancing, and renewable integration, contributing to energy security and emissions reduction. For consumers, the project can help stabilise electricity supply and improve system reliability. The initiative aligns with regional efforts to modernise infrastructure and accelerate the energy transition in Central and Eastern Europe.
Hydrexia Completes Maritime Shipment of Solid-State Hydrogen System
Hydrexia has completed a maritime shipment of its solid-state hydrogen storage system, marking a significant milestone for hydrogen transport and deployment. The shipment demonstrates the commercial readiness of advanced solid-state hydrogen technology for safe, long-distance delivery. Unlike traditional compressed or liquefied hydrogen, solid-state systems offer enhanced safety, stability, and transport efficiency, making them suitable for maritime logistics and distributed energy applications. The milestone supports expanding hydrogen supply chains across regional markets and highlights growing investment in next-generation hydrogen infrastructure. The achievement strengthens Hydrexia’s position in the global hydrogen sector and underscores the role of innovative storage technologies in enabling scalable, secure, and low-carbon hydrogen energy ecosystems.
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