Today’s renewable energy news includes announcements on Eolus’s battery storage project in Sweden, PNE’s German wind project, Onpath Energy’s wind farm in Scotland, among others.
Eolus Proposes 100 MW / 200 MWh Battery Storage Project Near Blaiken Wind Farm in Sweden
Eolus has submitted a permit application to the County Administrative Board of Västerbotten for a 100 MW / 200 MWh lithium-ion battery energy storage system (BESS) adjacent to its Blaiken wind farm near Storuman, Sweden. The SEK 800 million (€69 million) project will be financed through a combination of Eolus equity and non-recourse project debt, with construction expected to begin in mid-2026 and commissioning by Q1 2027. ABB Sweden will act as EPC contractor, supplying containerized battery racks, medium-voltage converters, a 33 kV interconnection, and SCADA integration. The BESS will be connected under a grid agreement with Svenska kraftnät and will provide frequency containment reserve (FCR), intraday balancing, peak shaving, and PPA-based energy sales. Key technologies include modular skid-mounted systems and predictive BMS software. The project reduces curtailment of wind energy, increases grid flexibility, and aligns with Sweden’s 2040 net-zero target, contributing to stability and decarbonization of the regional power system.
PNE Obtains Permits for 46 MW German Wind Portfolio
PNE has secured planning approval for three onshore wind projects in Lower Saxony, Germany, with a combined capacity of 46 MW. The developments — each comprising three to four turbines rated at roughly 3–3.5 MW — received permits following environmental impact assessments and public consultations. Site preparation is expected to begin in late 2025, with grid connections managed by the local transmission operator. PNE will oversee detailed engineering, procurement, and construction, and is in discussions with leading turbine suppliers for delivery and installation. All three projects are being advanced under PNE’s modular development framework, which targets streamlined permitting and phased investment. Funding is set to be arranged through a mix of equity and project finance once final construction consents are obtained. The wind farms are forecast to generate enough electricity for around 18,000 households annually, contributing to regional renewable targets and local economic activity.
Onpath Energy Begins Construction of 32 MW Scottish Wind Farm
Onpath Energy has officially commenced construction on the 32 MW Glenmore wind farm near Inverness, Scotland, following receipt of planning consent in March 2025. The project will feature eight 4 MW turbines supplied under a turnkey EPC contract with Siemens Gamesa, with foundations and crane hardstands currently under development. Site access roads and underground cable corridors are being installed under a £20 million project budget funded via a combination of equity and non-recourse project finance. Scottish Power Networks will manage grid connections at the nearby Beauly substation under a connection agreement executed in June. Onpath has also contracted RES Group to provide long-term operations and maintenance services under a 15-year O&M agreement. Environmental and community benefit plans include habitat management, a £150,000 community fund, and local hire targets. The wind farm is scheduled for commissioning in Q3 2026, and is expected to generate enough electricity for around 22,000 homes annually.
GreentechLead.com News Desk