Start construction of project Castor: the largest Battery Energy Storage
Press release
SemperPower is proud to announce that it is entering the implementation phase of its second large-scale energy storage project: Project Castor. Upon commissioning in the spring of 2023, this battery system will be the largest battery project in the Netherlands, and one of the largest in Northwest Europe.
The 30 MW/63 MWh battery system will be used long-term to mitigate the volatility of renewable energy portfolios. This will promote the integration of sustainably generated energy into the Dutch electricity market.
Project Castor
- A battery system with a capacity of 30 megawatts and an energy storage capacity of 68 megawatt-hours, scheduled to be commissioned in the spring of 2023;
- Located in the energy hub of North Sea Port in Vlissingen-Oost, with a direct connection to the Stedin network;
- With Rolls-Royce as the supply and installation partner;
- Made possible with financing from Triodos Bank and the National Growth Fund as financing partners.
“We are very proud of this fantastic result! This is an important milestone in the development of our second large-scale battery project, which is now even the largest project in the Netherlands. With this project, SemperPower highlights its development capabilities, and together with our project partners, we play a significant role in accelerating the energy transition.”
Dennis Schiricke | CEO, SemperPower
Andreas Görtz,
President Sustainable Power Solutions,
Rolls-Royce Power Systems
"With our new large-scale battery storage systems that support the integration of renewable energy sources into the power supply, we are taking a new step with our customers towards net-zero greenhouse gas emissions. We are very much looking forward to working with SemperPower on this."
Remko de Bie,
Senior Account Manager Energy and Climate,
Triodos Bank
“To make the most of wind and solar power, and to keep the electricity grid stable, energy storage is a crucial link. It not only prevents waste, but also reduces the need for polluting gas and coal plants to produce more electricity during shortages. Triodos Bank aims to accelerate the energy transition by giving energy storage a boost. The financing of SemperPower, together with the Green Fund, reinforces our leadership ambition in this emerging market."
Emile Peters,
Investment Manager,
The National Green Fund
"Sustainable energy storage systems are relatively new. Many financiers back out because they cannot properly assess the risks. The Green Fund, now financing together with Triodos Bank, is eager to support pioneers like SemperPower so they can accelerate the energy transition."
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