Ireland’s first hybridised grid-stabilisation system has been officially opened by Taoiseach Micheál Martin at Shannonbridge in County Offaly.
Developer Lumcloon Energy said the Shannonbridge B project combines a 4000MVA synchronous condenser with a 180MWh battery energy storage system.
Hanwha Energy partnered with Lumcloon Energy on the project, which was completed earlier this year after construction began in 2023.
The companies added that the system can export up to 20MW of electricity to the national grid for nine hours.
The facility is located adjacent to the 220kV Shannonbridge transmission station, enabling the project to support grid stability and the integration of renewable energy.
“Ireland’s energy system is changing dramatically as we work towards our climate goals,” said Taoiseach Micheál Martin.
“As Ireland’s first hybridised grid-stabilisation system, the Shannonbridge B project is exactly the kind of infrastructure required to accelerate the decarbonisation of Ireland’s power system.”
“Shannonbridge B is a landmark achievement delivered by Lumcloon Energy in partnership with Hanwha Energy,” said Lumcloon Energy chief executive Nigel Reams.
“This innovative configuration delivers both grid stability and energy flexibility, providing essential services to the electricity system as Ireland transitions to higher levels of renewable energy.”
“The successful delivery of Shannonbridge B is a testament to Hanwha Energy’s commitment to pioneering sustainable energy solutions that address the complex challenges of modern power grids,” said Hanwha Energy chief executive Jaekyu Lee.