How will a new battery energy storage system help the Finnish grid?

After the start of commercial operations in 2026, the project will contribute an important balancing function to the Finnish grid, supporting the Finnish renewable energy expansion. The groundbreaking ceremony took place in the afternoon on Monday the 26th of May on the site near Nivala where the battery energy storage system will be built.

Will there be a battery storage unit in Finland?

The construction for the battery storage unit is on-going. Customer Manager Antero Reilander from Fingrid says that Neoen inquired – via a consultant – in October 2019, if there would be suitable plot for battery storage facility somewhere in Finland.

Are energy storage systems a solution to Finland's energy transition?

Energy storage systems offer a solution. “This groundbreaking is an important moment for Finland’s energy transition and a concrete step toward a more flexible, resilient, and decarbonized energy system,” said Jussi Jyrinsalo, Senior Vice President at Fingrid.

What is the Nivala battery energy storage system?

The Nivala battery energy storage system marks the second collaboration project between Locus Energy and Ingrid Capacity.

Is Yllikkälä a suitable plot for a Neoen battery storage facility?

Customer Manager Antero Reilander from Fingrid says that Neoen inquired – via a consultant – in October 2019, if there would be suitable plot for battery storage facility somewhere in Finland. “We made a survey of the entire country and quickly focused on Yllikkälä which seemed like a really good fit for Neoen,” Reilander looks back.

What is a Fingrid energy storage system?

The central function of the energy storage system is to participate in Fingrid’s frequency reserve markets and thus support the balancing of production and consumption in the power grid. “Merus Power has built strong expertise in the electricity markets, intelligent power electronics, and understanding and addressing the needs of our customers.