Where is the largest battery energy storage system in Finland?

SEB Nordic Energy’s portfolio company Locus Energy, in collaboration with Ingrid Capacity, proudly announces the groundbreaking of one of Finland’s largest battery energy storage system (BESS) in Nivala Municipality, Northern Ostrobothnia.

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.

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.

Should battery storage be integrated with Finland's growing wind capacity?

Benjamin Kennedy, Ardian’s Managing Director for Renewables Infrastructure, emphasized the strategic importance of integrating battery storage with Finland’s growing wind capacity to ensure a balanced and efficient energy system.

What role will battery technology play in Finland's energy mix?

Francesco Cacciabue, Partner at Glennmont, commented: “Battery technology will play an increasingly vital role in both Finland and the wider world’s energy mix in the years to come, mitigating intermittency issues and ensuring we gain maximum benefit from established renewables technologies.”

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.