According to reports from local UK media, the country is vigorously promoting the development of energy storage projects, with a significant amount of storage capacity expected to be connected to the grid by 2025. For example, UK green energy developer Statera plans to build a 680 MW battery energy storage system in Manchester, which will be capable of supplying two hours of electricity to 2.2 million households. The project has received planning permission, and its capacity accounts for approximately one-quarter of the total currently operational battery storage capacity in the UK.

In addition, Scotland is set to host three of Europe’s largest battery storage systems, thanks to an £800 million investment from Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP). These projects include Coalburn 2 in South Lanarkshire and Devilla in Fife, along with the already under-construction Coalburn 1. Together, they will provide 1.5 GW of power capacity and 3 GWh of storage capacity. These systems are scheduled to become operational between 2027 and 2028, enough to supply two hours of electricity to 4.5 million households.

The advancement of these projects demonstrates that the UK is actively expanding its energy storage infrastructure to support the integration of renewable energy and ensure the stable operation of the power grid. However, to obtain the most accurate information regarding the total capacity of storage projects currently under construction, it is advisable to refer to the latest statistical reports from the UK government or relevant energy agencies.