Wedoany.com Report-Dec.28, Matrix Renewables has signed a comprehensive engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contract with Tesla to design, build, and commission a standalone battery energy storage system (BESS) in Eccles, Scotland.

The BESS project has received full approval to begin construction.

The project features 500 megawatts (MW) of power capacity and a 2-hour duration, providing a total of 1 gigawatt hour (GWh) of energy storage. It is strategically located along major transmission corridors between Scotland and England.

The facility aims to deliver essential grid flexibility, enable greater integration of renewable energy sources, and enhance overall system resilience. The development directly supports the UK's Net Zero 2050 target and Clean Power 2035 ambition.

All necessary planning requirements have been met, and full approval has been secured to begin construction.

Tesla Energy Vice President Mike Snyder said: “We are excited to support Matrix Renewables with their entry into the UK, bringing Tesla’s track record in the market together with Matrix Renewables’ expertise and vision. We highly value the partnership with their team and look forward to executing this landmark project together.”

This project marks Matrix Renewables’ first standalone BESS in the UK market. It also represents one of the company’s largest energy storage developments in Europe and globally to date.

The initiative is supported by a strong advisory team. Enertis Applus+ leads technical due diligence, GHD serves as technical advisor, and Black & Veatch acts as owner’s engineer. These partners are expected to ensure the highest technical and delivery standards throughout the project lifecycle.

In line with its community focus, Matrix Renewables has signed a collaboration agreement with the local Community Council to deliver joint initiatives that provide lasting benefits for surrounding areas.

Matrix Renewables Europe & Latam Managing Director Sergio Arbeláez said: “We are delivering infrastructure at the scale required to support the UK’s transition to a clean, secure, and resilient power system. This installation demonstrates our ability to execute complex, utility-scale storage projects through strong partnerships and a long-term strategic vision.”

Matrix Renewables is expanding its UK portfolio, with plans to add up to 3 gigawatts (GW) of capacity across renewable generation, energy storage, and emerging technologies in the coming years.

In April this year, Matrix Renewables and rPlus Energies commissioned the Pleasant Valley Solar 1 facility, a solar power generation project in Ada County, Idaho, United States.

This collaboration with Tesla highlights the growing role of large-scale battery storage in supporting stable, renewable-focused power systems.