Wedoany.com Report-Mar 12, Renewable Power Capital (RPC) has signed key contracts for an energy storage project in Finland, paving the way for construction work to begin.
The 50MW / 100MWh Kalanti battery energy storage system will be RPC’s first operational BESS project.
Construction is due to start this month, and once commissioned in 2026, the project in Uusikaupunki will be one of the largest of its kind in Finland.
Batteries for the site will be supplied by Sungrow, who will install a two-hour solution with their newest model PowerTitan 2.0 liquid-cooled technology, as part of a 15-year contract with RPC.
Balance of plant services will be provided by Suvic Oy, encompassing civil works, substation construction and BESS equipment mechanical and electrical installation.
The project adds storage to RPC’s growing renewables portfolio in the region, including over 170MW of onshore wind in operation across three sites.
The BESS will provide grid services including frequency response but can also participate in energy trading on wholesale power markets.
RPC chief executive Sarwjit Sambhi said: “Finland is such a significant market for us. The energy system is in real need of efficient and well-managed storage to make the most of its abundant wind resources.
“This is why we’re so pleased to be able to partner with organisations we really trust and have fantastic relationships with.
“We look forward to working with Suvic Oy and Sungrow to deliver this vital infrastructure to the Finnish energy system.”
