Pulse Clean Energy has announced that its latest 42 MW/100 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS), located in Hyde, West of Manchester, is now operational.
The Hyde BESS project is the sixth project that Pulse Clean Energy has successfully energized since 2023 and reflects its ongoing mission to deliver renewable energy infrastructure that lowers costs and reduces carbon emissions, while enhancing the reliability of the UK’s power system.
By allowing more clean energy to be integrated onto the grid, Hyde is expected to prevent approximately 3,500 tonnes of CO2 emissions annually, equivalent to taking 1,000 diesel cars off the road each year.
The facility will be capable of powering over 227,000 homes for two hours. This will support a clean and stable energy supply for local communities and businesses.
Pulse Clean Energy collaborated with several key partners to bring this project to fruition, including ENWL as the Distribution Network Operator and Network Rail.
The project was financed through Pulse Clean Energy’s £175 million credit facility with Santander, CIBC, Investec, and the National Wealth Fund, alongside equity from the Investment Management Corporation of Ontario (IMCO).
Trevor Wills, CEO of Pulse Clean Energy, emphasized the critical role of battery storage in addressing rising energy costs and supporting the UK’s renewable energy goals. He highlighted that the Hyde BESS project helps manage the intermittency of renewable sources, ensuring a reliable power supply. The project contributes to a cleaner, more affordable, and secure energy future, benefiting households and businesses across Manchester and beyond.
Pulse Clean Energy is targeting 1 GW of installed capacity in the UK.
