Energy firm Envision Energy awarded contract to provide two 100 MWh battery storage projects for a field in Scotland.
In a significant move towards a more sustainable energy future, Envision Energy has been contracted to supply two 100 MWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery energy storage systems (BESS) for Field's projects in Scotland. The facilities at Holmston and Drum Farm will each have a capacity of 50 MW / 100 MWh, providing flexibility services to the grid and addressing significant grid constraints in the region.
Construction on the Holmston project began this summer, with Drum Farm scheduled to start in early autumn. Both projects are planned for completion by the end of 2026. The combined battery sites will be capable of storing enough power to supply up to 260,000 homes for two hours when fully charged, helping to reduce grid constraint costs and facilitate greater integration of renewable energy.
Field, a leading player in the energy sector, has commenced construction on the Holmston battery energy storage project in South Ayrshire, and soon will commence construction on the Drum Farm project near Keith. This collaboration with Envision Energy demonstrates trust in the company's technical expertise and proven solutions.
Envision Energy's Senior Vice President, Henry Peng, stated that Scotland is a key market for the company. The battery systems being deployed by Envision Energy provide grid-forming, black start functionality, and ancillary services that strengthen overall grid performance.
The use of LFP containerised battery energy storage systems underscores Envision Energy's commitment to safety, reliability, and long-term value, supporting the transition to a flexible and resilient net-zero future. The projects also come with a 15-year long-term service agreement with Envision Energy, ensuring grid stability and reliable energy storage solutions in Scotland.
As energy storage expands rapidly across the U.K. and Europe, Envision Energy is playing a vital role in enabling a more sustainable energy system. The company is growing its portfolio in the United Kingdom and is committed to providing net-zero power solutions. The battery energy storage projects are a significant step forward for Field in accelerating the shift towards a cleaner, more secure energy system in Scotland and the wider UK.
- Field's collaboration with Envision Energy in Scotland's energy sector showcases a faith in the latter's environmental-science and technology expertise.
- The renewable-energy industry is set to escalate with Envision Energy's deployment of climate-change mitigation technology, like LFP battery energy storage systems.
- The data-and-cloud-computing capabilities of these LFP battery systems will enable grid-forming, black start functionality and ancillary services, improving overall grid performance.
- With Envision Energy's long-term financial commitment through a 15-year service agreement, Scotland's energy future will be more stable and secure, facilitating the transition to net-zero.
