ILI Group has received Section 36 planning consent from Scottish Ministers for its 200MW Whitehill Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project.
The scheme, located adjacent to the Easterhouse substation near Gartcosh, Glasgow, represents a major advancement in Scotland’s energy storage capabilities and will play a vital role in supporting the integration of renewable energy into the grid, ILI said.
ILI Group chief executive Mark Wilson said: “Securing consent for our Whitehill BESS project represents another major step forward in our mission to develop the critical energy storage infrastructure needed for Scotland’s net-zero future.
“This project will provide essential grid balancing services and help maximise the potential of our renewable energy resources.
“The recent decision by Scottish Ministers validates the crucial role that battery storage will play in our energy transition.
“As Scotland continues to increase its renewable energy capacity, projects like Whitehill BESS are essential for providing the flexibility and resilience necessary to maintain secure and reliable energy supplies.”
The scheme received support from both Glasgow City Council and North Lanarkshire Council and aligns with the Scottish government’s energy strategy and climate change objectives.