Matrix Renewables has entered into a long-term battery optimisation agreement with EDF for a 500MW/1GWh battery energy storage project at Eccles in Scotland.
The company said EDF will provide route-to-market services and optimise the asset across UK power markets once operational.
EDF added that the project is scheduled to begin commercial operations in summer 2027 and is currently under construction.
The Eccles facility is strategically located along transmission corridors between Scotland and England to support grid resilience and electricity flows.
The battery system will store excess renewable electricity and release it during periods of high demand to aid integration of renewable energy.
The project forms part of Matrix Renewables’ strategy to expand its battery storage portfolio and support the UK’s Clean Power 2035 ambitions and Net Zero 2050 target.
“We are proud to be delivering one of the UK’s largest battery storage projects and to partner with EDF for its commercial optimisation,” said Chris Matthews, chief commercial officer at Matrix Renewables.
“Battery storage will play a critical role in enabling the continued growth of renewable energy while strengthening the resilience and flexibility of the electricity system.”
“Delivering EDF’s mission to build an Electric Britain depends on flexible assets that can respond instantly to the needs of the system,” said Stuart Fenner, commercial director of business & wholesale services at EDF.
“This project will provide exactly that capability.”