Natural Power has supported Statkraft in delivering the Cushaling Wind Farm and co-located battery energy storage system in County Offaly, now fully energised and operational.
The company said the project combines a 55.8MW wind farm with a 20MW four-hour battery – Ireland’s first grid-scale storage system of this duration.
Under a project management agreement with Statkraft, Natural Power acted as project manager, site manager, engineer and project supervisor design process, providing full management and technical oversight from development to energisation.
Natural Power said the project marks a key step in integrating renewable generation with long-duration storage to enhance energy security and grid stability while reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
The company said the site features 6.2MW turbines with tip heights of 185 metres, the tallest on any Irish wind farm.
Natural Power associate director for construction Neil Mullan said: “We’re delighted to have played a key role in bringing the Cushaling Wind Farm and battery energy storage system to fruition.”
He added: “This project demonstrates what can be achieved through strong collaboration and technical excellence: delivering clean, reliable energy infrastructure that will support Ireland’s renewable energy ambitions for years to come.”
Natural Power said it continues to provide end-to-end services across wind, solar and energy storage projects in Ireland, supporting clients from concept through to operation.