Trina Storage and Clarke Energy have completed the construction of a 40MWh battery storage site in Newport, on behalf of renewables company Field.
Now in operation, Field Newport offers dynamic frequency response to balance fluctuations in electricity demand, also enabling wholesale market arbitrage to reduce the price of energy during off-peak periods.
Clarke Energy was responsible for the engineering, procurement and construction work, while Trina Storage acted as supplier and integrator.
The battery solution, provided by Trina Storage, includes tier-1 battery racks, power conversion systems (PCS), and an advanced software and control system.
This is the third UK project Trina Storage has finalised in partnership with Field and follows on from a 20MWh battery storage site that opened this July in Gerrards Cross, on the outskirts of London.
A fourth venture managed by the pair is expected to be commissioned before the end of the year.
Once complete, the partnership will see a total of 180MWh of storage capabilities delivered for the UK grid.
Head of energy storage at Trinasolar Gabriel Buccini said: “Our collaboration with Field is driving the development of a more resilient national grid, with this latest site increasing the flexibility of energy supply in South Wales.
“The opportunity to utilise Clarke Energy’s considerable project management expertise was invaluable, proving crucial to delivering this project within the expected timeline.
“The facility’s opening underscores Trina Storage’s commitment to promoting innovative solutions that support the vital work of our partners and help move the UK towards a net-zero future.”
Technical sales director at Clark Energy Adam Wray-Summerson added: “We are proud to have been involved in delivery of the Field Newport BESS facility.
“As this site enters commercial operation, our client is actively helping to support the transition to a net-zero future while balancing renewable electricity generation and demand across the South Wales region.”