On 10 October 2024 the UK Government gave the green light to a cap and floor scheme to help bring long duration energy storage (LDES) projects to market. RWE, the UK's leading electricity generator, and the largest power producer in Wales, is powering ahead with its largest UK storage project -Pembroke Battery Storage, taking a final investment decision. The circa £200 million development, once constructed, plays an important role in the operation. Long Duration Electricity Storage investment support scheme will boost investor confidence and unlock billions in funding for vital projects. Long Duration Electricity Storage. Edinburgh, UK: Fidra Energy, a European battery energy storage system (BESS) platform headquartered in Edinburgh, UK, has secured planning consent to build and operate its flagship battery storage site at Thorpe Marsh, Yorkshire. Battery storage is essential for providing the security and flexibility that will make our future energy system resilient and reliable.
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