Major 2,000 MW Solar and Battery Storage Effort To Address UK Energy Needs
Black & Veatch has been awarded a lead role in the development of an initial 2GW of solar and battery storage by UK-based developer Amberside Energy. Black & Veatch will deliver technical advisory and support services for Amberside's Solar & Storage Portfolio Framework Agreement. Black & Veatch has been involved in more than 49,000 megawatts of solar projects across the globe and has more than 16 gigawatt/hour of battery energy storage systems project experience. To provide Amberside with strength in depth the company will be drawing upon not just UK power professionals, but expertise from across its global power business. "These projects add vital energy to the grid in challenging times. As both a developer and asset optimiser, Amberside Energy's innovative and forward-thinking approach to this major solar and storage portfolio comes at a pivotal time," commented Robbie Gibson, Associate Vice President & UK Director, Black & Veatch. Black & Veatch's role also encompasses creating independent energy production estimates for each site, with projects expected to range in capacity from 20MW to 100MW.