Norwegian energy firm Statkraft has received environmental approval for its latest storage initiative in Spain—a 23.97-MW lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery system planned for development in the Extremadura region.
The approved battery energy storage system (BESS) will be co-located with the existing Talayuela II solar farm, which generates 44.5 MW. With a two-hour storage capacity of 47.74 MWh, the facility is designed to enhance grid stability and optimise the performance of the solar plant.
By integrating storage with renewable generation, the project supports Spain’s broader ambitions for clean energy expansion and improved energy security.
José Miguel Ferrer, Statkraft’s General Manager for Spain and Portugal, highlighted the strategic importance of such technology:
“Renewable energy is essential to tackling climate change and reducing energy price volatility. But to maximise its potential, we must pair it with storage systems that ensure reliability and long-term sustainability.”
This project is part of Statkraft’s wider commitment to modernising energy infrastructure and accelerating the transition to a greener, more resilient energy system in Spain.
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