A Partnership Powerhouse: Atlantic Green and Ameresco Unite for a $249M Battery Energy Storage Project

In a fantastic move towards a greener future, Ameresco Inc., a frontrunner in the realm of renewable energy and energy efficiency, recently announced it is partnering with Envision Energy to take on a substantial battery energy storage project. Atlantic Green, their client in this venture, has entrusted them with the duty of erecting the Cellarhead project — a 300-MW energy storage venture that has a gigantic capacity of up to 624 MWh. This Cellarhead initiative will be connected to the National Grid's Cellarhead sub-station, thereby fortifying the energy security and reliability of the UK.

Doorway to the Future: Construction Timelines and Carbon Reduction Aspirations

The teams are expected to transfer this unique concept to concrete reality by kick-starting the construction later this year. The grand completion and network channeling are targeted for late 2026. Besides boasting a staggering 624-MWh energy capacity, the prospective Cellarhead undertaking will play a key role in making the UK’s dream of carbon neutrality a reality. It aims to increase clean energy generation, reduce dependence on fossil fuels, and curtail carbon emissions significantly.

Investing in the Climate: Atlantic Green’s Mission and Determination

Atlantic Green was brought to life in 2021, a combined venture of two entrepreneurs from Nofar Energy and Interland Group. Positioned as a UK platform, the company invests, develops, and operates large-scale standalone battery energy storage systems across the UK. With a clear vision of creating a 2-GW battery energy storage capacity, Atlantic Green's ambitious Cellarhead project is significant for their business development and larger sustainability agenda. For this revolutionary project, Ameresco has entered into an all-encompassing EPC and O&M contract which includes hefty assignments such as battery supply, balance of plant, warranty, and availability guarantees. The jaw-dropping full EPC price stands at a sizeable $249 million or around 196.5 million GBP. To crown the deal, Tier 1 OEM Envision Energy will provide the BESS along with related services and equipment warranties.

On Course to Clean Energy: Completion and Ownership Reveal

Come mid-2026, Ameresco and Atlantic Green hope to have the BESS up and running and successfully grid-linked. On completion, Atlantic Green would command ownership and manage the BESS as an energy asset.

Nick Bradford, the leading force at Atlantic Green, expressed excitement over their synergistic partnership with Ameresco on this pioneering project. He acknowledges the crucial need for continuous development of battery energy storage in the UK’s journey of going net-zero. Bradford also noted Atlantic Green's commitment to finding strategic avenues for optimizing the usage of their battery storage assets across communities, meeting the escalating need for battery storage.

Record-Breaking Venture: Ameresco's Pride and Anticipation

Mark Apsey, Senior VP of UK Operations at Ameresco, expressed great enthusiasm for their teamwork with Atlantic Green to create one of the UK's largest battery energy storage ventures. He views Atlantic Green’s robust leadership and previous success with similar projects as assets that make them ideal collaborators for this flagship project.

Kane Xu from Envision Energy added that the venture demonstrates their pledge towards revolutionizing battery storage technology, a mainstay of sustainable energy systems. Xu highlighted the crucial function of advanced battery solutions in bolstering energy security and facilitating the transition to renewable sources. He expressed a sense of pride in contributing Envision Energy’s innovative technology to this trailblazing UK project.

Ace Battery: Powering the Future of Energy Storage

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Ace Battery's comprehensive collection of grid energy storage systems is tailored to meet the demands of modern energy infrastructure. With a focus on sustainability and innovation, their products ensure the stability of the power grid and contribute significantly to carbon reduction efforts. By integrating Ace Battery's C&I energy storage systems, such as their commercial and industrial energy storage systems, projects like those undertaken by Atlantic Green and Ameresco can achieve higher efficiency and reliability. This ultimately accelerates the transition towards a net-zero future, utilizing advanced C&I energy storage systems to support the growing need for sustainable energy solutions.

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