Today’s renewable energy news includes announcements on Covestro, Akaysha Energises, RES Energy, among others.
Covestro to Deploy 100-MWh Heat Battery at German Factory
Covestro is set to install a 100-MWh heat battery at its Leverkusen production facility in Germany, marking a major investment in industrial decarbonisation and energy efficiency. The system will store surplus thermal energy generated during production and release it as needed, helping to stabilise factory operations and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. This reflects a strong customer focus, ensuring continuous, reliable heat supply for processes while cutting operational costs. The project employs innovative large-scale thermal storage technology with advanced insulation and control systems to maximise efficiency and energy retention. Customer benefits include lower energy expenses, reduced CO₂ emissions, enhanced energy security, and more flexible production scheduling. The initiative also positions Covestro as a leader in sustainable industrial energy solutions and supports Germany’s climate and energy transition goals.
Akaysha Energises 205-MW Battery Project in Queensland
Akaysha Energy has energised a 205-MW battery energy storage system (BESS) under contract with Gunvor in Queensland, Australia, marking a major investment in large-scale grid flexibility. The project demonstrates a strong customer focus, providing Gunvor and the regional electricity market with rapid-response storage to manage renewable intermittency, peak demand, and grid balancing. The facility utilises innovative lithium-ion battery technology, advanced energy management systems, and digital monitoring to optimise efficiency, reliability, and performance. Customer benefits include enhanced energy security, reduced curtailment of solar and wind generation, improved operational flexibility, and lower system balancing costs. The project accelerates Queensland’s clean energy transition, strengthens grid stability, and reinforces Akaysha’s position as a leading developer of utility-scale battery storage solutions in Australia.
RES Energy Estate Proposes $1.3 bn Solar and Storage Park in Australia
RES Energy Estate has submitted plans to develop a solar-plus-storage park in Australia with an estimated value of USD 1.3 billion, representing a major investment in large-scale renewable energy infrastructure. The project demonstrates a strong customer focus, aiming to provide utilities and corporate offtakers with reliable, dispatchable electricity while supporting grid stability in areas with high solar penetration. The project will deploy high-efficiency solar PV panels integrated with large-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS), enabling optimal energy generation, storage, and dispatch. Customer benefits include improved energy security, reduced electricity costs, lower carbon emissions, and greater flexibility to manage intermittent renewable output. The project accelerates Australia’s clean energy transition and strengthens RES Energy Estate’s role in utility-scale hybrid renewable solutions.
Faheema P