EDF Renewables UK has proposed developing a 114MW battery energy storage system to the south of Norwich substation between Dunston and Swainsthorpe.
Environmental and technical assessments are being carried out and the company is consulting with local people about the proposal ahead of submitting a planning application next year.
With the UK Government aiming to bring all greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2050, battery storage is essential to achieve this transition because it provides the flexibility required by National Grid to manage the intermittent nature of supply from renewable sources such as wind and solar.
Batteries can also respond rapidly to faults on the network or changes in electricity supply and demand, helping to reduce blackout risk and ensure a secure and resilient network.
EDF Renewables UK is undertaking a public consultation on the draft plans from 21 November to 12 December 2022, and a planning application will be submitted to South Norfolk Council in 2023.
Martin Cole, Director of Planning at EDF Renewables UK’s Storage and Private Wire division, said: “As more of our lives are powered by electricity – from heating to cars – our energy system is changing. Batteries help to future-proof the grid and cost-effectively integrate more renewable power.
“Having more of our electricity generated renewably from homegrown sources will lead to lower bills and greater energy security.”