Eku Energy has embarked on a groundbreaking endeavor with the initiation of construction at two new battery storage projects located in Basildon, Essex, and Loudwater, Buckinghamshire. Together, these projects represent an impressive 130MWh of installed capacity, marking a significant step forward in the company's global expansion of battery storage solutions.
Utilizing NHOA Energy's cutting-edge battery energy storage systems, this venture signifies Eku Energy's entry into the UK market. The projects are slated to be operational by the culmination of 2024, showcasing a rapid pace of development and deployment in alignment with the UK's decarbonization objectives.
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The commencement of construction at these sites comes on the heels of fulfilling all planning and permitting requirements, underscoring the meticulous approach taken by Eku Energy in its project execution. This milestone underscores the company's commitment to expanding its global battery storage portfolio, which currently stands at 4.6GWh across various regions, including the UK, Australia, Italy, and Japan. Eku Energy aims to deliver a staggering 9GWh by the year 2028.
Sandra Grauers Nilsson, CEO of Eku Energy, expressed enthusiasm about the progress, stating, “Breaking ground at Basildon and Loudwater is a major milestone for Eku Energy as we work to support the UK's decarbonisation goals and expand our global footprint.” Nilsson emphasized the company's ambitious pipeline of battery storage projects, highlighting their dedication to advancing the energy transition in the UK and beyond.
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Lucie Kanius-Dujardin, Executive Vice-president – Global Markets & Development at NHOA Energy, echoed Nilsson's sentiments, stating, “We are proud to partner with Eku Energy for these important projects.” Kanius-Dujardin emphasized the shared commitment between NHOA Energy and Eku Energy to deliver reliable and sustainable energy solutions, which are integral to the UK's ambitious zero-carbon targets.
“We strongly believe that battery storage systems are pivotal to the global energy transition, and we are ready to take on the challenge,” Kanius-Dujardin added, reaffirming the companies' collective dedication to driving positive change in the energy sector.
