ILI Group Given Nod for 100MW Scottish BESS

Wedoany.com Report-May 25, ILI Group, headquartered in Hamilton, Scotland, has obtained planning permission for its 100MW Learielaw battery energy storage project near Broxburn, West Lothian. The project is expected to connect to the grid in 2028.

This approval is the company’s first major planning achievement of 2025, following consents for 350MW of storage projects in North Ayrshire, North Lanarkshire, and the Highlands in 2024. Learielaw enhances ILI Group’s expanding energy storage portfolio.

Mark Wilson, Chief Executive Officer of ILI Group, said: “Learielaw is another strong addition to our battery storage pipeline and highlights the momentum we’ve built in delivering nationally significant energy infrastructure.” He added: “As the grid evolves to handle more renewable generation, projects like Learielaw will be vital in providing the flexibility and reliability the system needs.” Wilson also stated: “This is a key step in our mission to make Scotland a leader in clean, secure energy.”

ILI Group’s 4.7GW development pipeline includes 2.5GW of pumped storage hydro and 2.2GW of utility-scale battery storage, supporting Scotland’s sustainable energy goals.