Today’s renewable energy news includes announcements on ANDRITZ, Sunotec, GreenVolt, among others.
ANDRITZ Secures 500-MW Pumped Storage Contract in South Korea
ANDRITZ has won a contract to supply technology for a 500-MW pumped storage hydropower plant in South Korea, representing a major investment in long-duration energy storage. The project demonstrates a strong customer focus, providing utilities with reliable, flexible capacity to balance variable renewable generation and strengthen grid stability. ANDRITZ will deploy innovative high-efficiency reversible pump-turbines, advanced digital control systems, and condition-monitoring solutions to optimise performance and lifetime operation. Customer benefits include improved grid reliability, better integration of wind and solar power, reduced reliance on fossil-fuel peaking plants, and lower system balancing costs. The project supports South Korea’s decarbonisation strategy and energy security goals, while reinforcing ANDRITZ’s role as a leading provider of large-scale hydropower and energy storage solutions.
Sunotec to Implement Initial Phase of 230-MWh BESS Project in Germany
Sunotec has been selected to implement the first phase of a 230-MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) project in Germany, marking a significant investment in grid-scale flexibility. The project reflects a strong customer focus, supporting utilities and grid operators with fast-response storage to manage renewable intermittency and peak demand. Sunotec will deploy innovative large-scale lithium-ion battery technology, advanced energy management systems, and digital monitoring to optimise performance and availability. Customer benefits include improved grid stability, reduced renewable curtailment, enhanced energy security, and lower balancing costs. The project supports Germany’s energy transition by enabling higher penetration of wind and solar power, while strengthening Sunotec’s position as a key provider of utility-scale energy storage solutions in Europe.
GreenVolt Secures Financing for 99-MW BESS Project in Hungary
GreenVolt has agreed financing for a 99-MW battery energy storage system (BESS) in Hungary, representing a strategic investment in grid-scale renewable integration. The project demonstrates a strong customer focus, providing utilities and energy markets with fast-response storage to balance variable wind and solar generation and ensure stable electricity supply. GreenVolt will deploy innovative lithium-ion battery technology, advanced energy management systems, and digital monitoring to optimise performance and reliability. Customer benefits include improved grid stability, reduced renewable curtailment, enhanced energy security, and lower system balancing costs. The BESS project supports Hungary’s clean energy transition, accelerates renewable adoption, and positions GreenVolt as a leading provider of utility-scale storage solutions in Central Europe.
Faheema P