Root-Power, which launched this year with support from YLEM Group, has announced the appointment of five planning consultants: Lanpro, PWA Planning, RCA Regeneration, ELG Planning and Clive Fagg Planning, to drive the growth and delivery of its ambitious pipeline of 40 battery energy storage projects.
The projects range in capacity from 11 to 100 MW, totalling almost 2 GW. Applications must be submitted by the end of 2024. This mammoth process represents one of the largest energy initiatives in the UK and will catapult Root Power into a position as a market leader.
One of the largest projects in Granborough, Buckinghamshire, is already in the advanced development stages of the planning process. Once planning is approved and development is complete, the project will have a significant capacity of 100 MW and produce 200 MWh of electricity.
Each of the consultancies was selected for their high quality planning expertise and services. Clive Fagg Planning in particular has over 17 years of directly relevant experience, working with local, regional and national authorities on renewable energy planning policy.
This announcement follows the new government’s renewed focus on renewable energy and the creation of GB Energy, underlining an unwavering commitment to meeting net zero commitments. As the UK cements its position as a global renewable energy superpower, battery storage systems are well placed to play a critical role in delivering on these ambitious plans.
Neil Brooks, Managing Director of Root-Power, said: “This is a very exciting time for Root-Power as we continue our mission to establish ourselves as one of the largest owners and operators of energy storage systems in the UK. Having 40 applications in process at the same time demonstrates the strength of our internal team.
“Today’s announcement underlines our commitment to a greener, more sustainable future for the UK energy sector. We have carefully selected our partnership with consultants who are recognised for their unparalleled expertise and market-leading knowledge.
“We look forward to working with their exceptional teams and innovative approaches and are confident that together we will achieve significant growth and success.”
Root-Power also recently announced the appointment of Sodali & Co as its Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) advisor on a multi-year basis.
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