# battery storage (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover battery storage. Page: Feed: --- ## [Ribbon Cutting Superpark Glasgow Is Officially Launched!](https://scottishbusinessnews.net/ribbon-cutting-superpark-glasgow-is-officially-launched/) _2026-08-22 · David Langstane · Scottish Business News_ SUPERPARK GLASGOW IS OFFICIALLY LAUNCHED! Ribbon is cut at UK’s first SuperPark at Braehead Renfrewshire which will open its doors to the public early September In a VIP ceremony held today (Friday 21st August 2026), Harry Nimmo, the Honorary Consul of Finland to the UK, has cut a ribbon to officially open SuperPark Glasgow. Joining \[…\] ## [‘Company wasn’t ready in 2021’: ESS Inc CEO on pivoting away from iron flow batteries to sodium-ion](https://www.energy-storage.news/company-wasnt-ready-in-2021-ess-inc-ceo-on-pivoting-away-from-iron-flow-batteries-to-sodium-ion/) _2026-08-21 · Cameron Murray · Energy-Storage.News_ Why should people take ESS Inc and its pivot to sodium-ion BESS seriously, having failed to deliver on its iron flow battery promises since going public in 2021? We catch up with new CEO Drew Buckley about how he hopes to turn the ship around. ## [Austria’s Ministry of Economy announces energy storage offensive, shifting subsidy focus](https://www.ess-news.com/2026/08/21/austrias-ministry-of-economy-announces-energy-storage-offensive-shifting-subsidy-focus/) _2026-08-21 · Tristan Rayner · Energy Storage_ A draft to redesign Austria's renewable energy subsidies is expected in the coming weeks, with battery energy storage systems (BESS) set to take center stage. As the government outlines new measures to stimulate storage expansion, the federal association PV&B Austria is hoping for rapid implementation following the rhetoric. The post Austria’s Ministry of Economy announces energy storage… ## [Haventus and Dajin sign MoU to explore strategic partnership in offshore wind](https://scottishbusinessnews.net/haventus-and-dajin-sign-mou-to-explore-strategic-partnership-in-offshore-wind/) _2026-08-21 · Andrew Brebner · Scottish Business News_ Haventus, owner and developer of Ardersier Port on Scotland’s east coast, and Dajin, a leading Chinese manufacturer of offshore wind foundations and operator of specialist transport vessels, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore opportunities to work together in the UK and European offshore wind market. The MoU will see the companies explore \[…\] ## [EcoFlow launches new 5 kWh Stream 5000 series in the UK](https://www.ess-news.com/2026/08/21/ecoflow-launches-new-stream-5000-series-with-immediate-uk-availability/) _2026-08-21 · Tristan Rayner · Energy Storage_ EcoFlow starts the rollout of its new Stream series with the Stream 5000 launching in the UK. The post EcoFlow launches new 5 kWh Stream 5000 series in the UK appeared first on Energy Storage . ## [Dundee accountants merger with Inverness firm](https://scottishbusinessnews.net/dundee-accountants-merger-with-inverness-firm/) _2026-08-21 · Andrew Brebner · Scottish Business News_ Dundee-HQed EQ, part of Sumer Group, the fastest-growing mid-market accountancy practice in Scotland, has announced a merger with Innes & Partners, a firm serving the Inverness and Livingston area. This merger represents a strategic priority for EQ to extend into the North of Scotland. The 7% increase in headcount gives the firm further opportunity to \[…\] ## [Business Gateway Ayrshire helps Prestwick coin firm strike gold with global growth](https://scottishbusinessnews.net/business-gateway-ayrshire-helps-prestwick-coin-firm-strike-gold-with-global-growth/) _2026-08-21 · Andrew Brebner · Scottish Business News_ A Prestwick business supplying commemorative coins to some of the world’s biggest sporting organisations is continuing to expand after receiving support from Business Gateway. Established in 2020, Zenith Coins has built a reputation for designing and producing premium collectable and memorial coins for the sports and commercial sectors. Operating from Shawfarm Industrial Estate in Prestwick, \[…\] ## [Critical business distress climbs by 21% in last 12 months](https://scottishbusinessnews.net/critical-business-distress-climbs-by-21-in-last-12-months/) _2026-08-21 · Andrew Brebner · Scottish Business News_ The latest Red Flag Alert data, released quarterly for over 22 years, shows that Scotland’s businesses have the highest rate of increase in the most serious ‘critical’ instances of financial distress in Q2 2026, when compared to the same period in 2025. The data, that is analysed by leading independent financial and real estate advisory group BTG, \[…\] ## [New Living Wage trail launches in Glasgow](https://scottishbusinessnews.net/new-living-wage-trail-launches-in-glasgow/) _2026-08-21 · Andrew Brebner · Scottish Business News_ Glasgow City Region has launched a Glasgow Living Wage Trail, a new interactive trail encouraging people to explore local spots across the city while supporting businesses that pay the real Living Wage. The trail features 15 accredited Living Wage employers across Glasgow, spanning cafes, museums, retail, live music venues and more. People can follow the trail \[…\] ## [Edinburgh Council refuses to name tax-avoiding retail firms, despite transparency calls](https://scottishbusinessnews.net/edinburgh-council-refuses-to-name-tax-avoiding-retail-firms-despite-transparency-calls/) _2026-08-21 · Andrew Brebner · Scottish Business News_ City of Edinburgh Council has declined to disclose the names of businesses with outstanding non-domestic rates on three of the city’s most prominent retail thoroughfares: Princes Street, George Street, and the Royal Mile. This refusal follows a Freedom of Information (FOI) request from The Herald, which sought to identify businesses that had not paid their \[…\] ## [Stream Torrents and IPTV Instantly (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/C9WoFeLWN462) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Search, index, and play music, movies, books, and live TV in your browser. ## [24/7 bus link launched between Glasgow and Edinburgh Airport](https://scottishbusinessnews.net/24-7-bus-link-launched-between-glasgow-and-edinburgh-airport/) _2026-08-21 · Andrew Brebner · Scottish Business News_ Ember, a Scottish all-electric intercity bus operator, has announced a new high-frequency express route connecting Glasgow city centre with Edinburgh Airport. The E20 service, set to launch on 2 September, will operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week, providing a vital transport link for travellers, including those on early morning and late-night flights. \[…\] ## [BBC Scotland facing major job cuts amidst £500m savings drive](https://scottishbusinessnews.net/bbc-scotland-facing-major-job-cuts-amidst-500m-savings-drive/) _2026-08-21 · Andrew Brebner · Scottish Business News_ BBC Scotland is facing significant workforce reductions and operational cuts as part of a wider UK-wide savings initiative by the public service broadcaster. The BBC is targeting £500 million in savings across its operations over the next three years, a directive that has led to warnings of “severe cuts” and potential redundancies within its Scottish \[…\] ## [New Jersey Board of Public Utilities releases 150MW BTM energy storage proposal](https://www.energy-storage.news/new-jersey-board-of-public-utilities-releases-150mw-btm-energy-storage-proposal/) _2026-08-21 · April Bonner · Energy-Storage.News_ The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) has released a proposal for the next phase of its Garden State Energy Storage Programme (GSESP) consisting of approximately 150MW of energy storage capacity in the US state. ## [Finland’s NSC EnergyOpti acquires majority stake in Automous](https://www.ess-news.com/2026/08/21/finlands-nsc-energyopti-acquires-majority-stake-in-automous/) _2026-08-21 · patrickjowett · Energy Storage_ The Finnish energy services company told ESS News the deal brings together the two companies’ capabilities across the energy optimization and trading value chain and forms part of longer-term plans to expand operational focus past Finland. The post Finland’s NSC EnergyOpti acquires majority stake in Automous appeared first on Energy Storage . ## [India’s BESS supply chain suffers a ‘policy intent and operational capacity’ gap, with battery cell self-sufficiency a decade or more away](https://www.energy-storage.news/indias-bess-supply-chain-suffers-a-policy-intent-and-operational-capacity-gap-with-battery-cell-self-sufficiency-a-decade-or-more-away/) _2026-08-21 · Andy Colthorpe · Energy-Storage.News_ India’s battery storage sector will remain far from self-sufficient in cell supply for at least a decade, Wood Mackenzie says. ## [OX2 starts building 200 MWh solar-plus-storage project in Australia](https://www.ess-news.com/2026/08/21/ox2-starts-building-200-mwh-solar-plus-storage-project-in-australia/) _2026-08-21 · Tristan Rayner · Energy Storage_ The USD 215 million solar‑plus‑storage project in the Hunter Valley begins construction, repurposing a former coal mine. The post OX2 starts building 200 MWh solar-plus-storage project in Australia appeared first on Energy Storage . ## [Global clean investor snaps up 680 MWh of ready-to-build Irish BESS](https://www.ess-news.com/2026/08/21/global-clean-investor-snaps-up-680-mwh-of-ready-to-build-irish-bess/) _2026-08-21 · Blathnaid O'Dea · Energy Storage_ Investor Capital Dynamics has several long duration energy storage projects in the planning pipeline in I-SEM, including the 1,200 MWh Islandmagee BESS in Northern Ireland The post Global clean investor snaps up 680 MWh of ready-to-build Irish BESS appeared first on Energy Storage . ## [Enel Chile starts building 100 MW Finis Terrae BESS](https://www.ess-news.com/2026/08/21/enel-chile-starts-building-100-mw-finis-terrae-bess/) _2026-08-21 · brianpublicover · Energy Storage_ Enel Chile has started construction of a 100 MW battery energy storage system (BESS) at its Finis Terrae solar complex in Chile’s Antofagasta region, with grid-forming technology designed to support grid stability. The post Enel Chile starts building 100 MW Finis Terrae BESS appeared first on Energy Storage . ## [Australia’s Allegro Energy partners with Jena Batteries to scale microemulsion flow battery manufacturing](https://www.energy-storage.news/australias-allegro-energy-partners-with-jena-batteries-to-scale-microemulsion-flow-battery-manufacturing/) _2026-08-21 · George Heynes · Energy-Storage.News_ Allegro Energy has entered a strategic partnership with Jena Batteries and its parent company Suqian Time Energy Technology. ## [Are conventional BESS degradation guarantees restricting asset value?](https://www.energy-storage.news/are-conventional-bess-degradation-guarantees-restricting-asset-value/) _2026-08-20 · Andy Colthorpe · Energy-Storage.News_ Battery energy storage projects must respond to changing market conditions over their operating lives. Their degradation guarantees need to evolve with them, writes Faisal Mohd, BESS solutions director at Envision Energy Australia. Anyone who has negotiated a utility-scale battery energy storage system (BESS) Supply and Long-Term Service Agreement (LTSA) knows that battery degradation guarantees… ## [Hire AI-Powered Professionals (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/rDL0diPAlhod) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Browse public gigs, message candidates, and run video interviews — free to start. ## [Key Capture Energy raises US$300 million from Standard Chartered, with NY-ISO and MISO deployments in mind](https://www.energy-storage.news/key-capture-energy-raises-us300-million-from-standard-chartered-with-ny-iso-and-miso-deployments-in-mind/) _2026-08-20 · Andy Colthorpe · Energy-Storage.News_ US battery storage developer Key Capture Energy (KCE) has closed a US$300 million financing agreement with British multinational bank Standard Chartered. ## [Europe adds 36 GWh of battery storage in 2025, Ukraine enters top five markets](https://www.ess-news.com/2026/08/20/europe-adds-36-gwh-of-battery-storage-in-2025-ukraine-enters-top-five-markets/) _2026-08-20 · liorkahana · Energy Storage_ Europe installed 36 GWh of new battery storage capacity in 2025, up 48% year on year, according to SolarPower Europe. Germany remained the continent’s largest market, while Ukraine and Bulgaria entered the top five The post Europe adds 36 GWh of battery storage in 2025, Ukraine enters top five markets appeared first on Energy Storage . ## [BNEF report details heavy falls in battery revenue in Australia](https://www.ess-news.com/2026/08/20/bnef-report-details-heavy-falls-in-battery-revenue-in-australia/) _2026-08-20 · Tristan Rayner · Energy Storage_ Realized battery arbitrage spreads plunged 84% in the second quarter of 2026, with pointing to increased renewable output and growing battery capacity as the primary drivers of falling power prices and compressed project returns. The post BNEF report details heavy falls in battery revenue in Australia appeared first on Energy Storage . ## [Tony Roper celebrates 85th birthday in rehearsals for final Steamie tour](https://scottishbusinessnews.net/tony-roper-celebrates-85th-birthday-in-rehearsals-for-final-steamie-tour/) _2026-08-20 · Andrew Brebner · Scottish Business News_ Renowned Scottish actor, writer and director Tony Roper celebrates his 85th birthday today (Wednesday 19 August) in rehearsals for The Steamie, as the company prepares to take his much-loved Scottish classic on tour later this month. The milestone comes almost 40 years after The Steamie was first performed, with Roper returning to the rehearsal room \[…\] ## [Handling cell imbalances, communications interoperability and other blockers to BESS asset success](https://www.energy-storage.news/handling-cell-imbalances-communications-interoperability-and-other-blockers-to-bess-asset-success/) _2026-08-20 · Andy Colthorpe · Energy-Storage.News_ Orchestrating battery storage components, containers, systems and portfolios is key to successful operation, says Ryan Franks. ## [Denmark: BeGreen enlists Danske Commodities for co-located BESS optimisation](https://www.energy-storage.news/denmark-begreen-enlists-danske-commodities-for-co-located-bess-optimisation/) _2026-08-20 · Cameron Murray · Energy-Storage.News_ Danske Commodities will optimise a BESS project that developer-operator BeGreen has added to a solar PV plant in Denmark, which the trading house already operates for BeGreen. ## [US ROUNDUP: BESS projects and deals for EDP Renewables, Tucson Electric Power, and EDF](https://www.energy-storage.news/us-roundup-bess-projects-and-deals-for-edp-renewables-tucson-electric-power-and-edf/) _2026-08-20 · April Bonner · Energy-Storage.News_ In this US news roundup, BESS projects in California, Arizona, and Nevada advance from EDP Renewables, Tucson Electric Power, and EDF Power Solutions North America. ## [LG Energy Solution begins LFP and NMC BESS and EV cell production at Michigan factory](https://www.energy-storage.news/lg-energy-solution-begins-lfp-and-nmc-bess-and-ev-cell-production-at-michigan-factory/) _2026-08-20 · April Bonner · Energy-Storage.News_ Two South Korean-headquartered companies, LG Energy Solution and DeltaX are establishing battery cell factories in the US. ## [IRN-BRU Commits to Glasgow’s Carnival](https://scottishbusinessnews.net/irn-bru-commits-to-glasgows-carnival/) _2026-08-20 · David Langstane · Scottish Business News_ One of Scotland’s most experienced events teams is entering an exciting new chapter, after the Scottish Events Campus (SEC) confirmed QD Events will rebrand as SEC Creates. The move reflects the SEC’s ambition to bring all of its event creation expertise together under a single, recognisable brand, reinforcing the SEC’s position as not only \[…\] ## [Solar battery storage scheme helps power Scottish Water services at Linwood](https://scottishbusinessnews.net/solar-battery-storage-scheme-helps-power-scottish-water-services-at-linwood/) _2026-08-20 · Andrew Brebner · Scottish Business News_ Scottish Water will now be able to access renewable energy around the clock to help power one of its sites in Renfrewshire after completing a solar power and battery storage project. The scheme, at Linwood Wastewater Pumping Station, has seen nearly 2,000 ground-mounted solar panels installed at the site alongside 12 battery racks, helping to capture and store renewable \[…\] ## [Crypto Payments, No Custody (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/ELuGwJaz4jT7) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Send crypto to merchant wallets via API with real-time updates and automatic fees. ## [Vattenfall and Terralayr debut ‘first-of-its-kind’ 55 MW virtual BESS portfolio](https://www.ess-news.com/2026/08/20/vattenfall-and-terralayr-debut-first-of-its-kind-55-mw-virtual-bess-portfolio/) _2026-08-20 · Tristan Rayner · Energy Storage_ Virtual batteries deliver real power, with less risk and without the traditional burden that might normally fall on an operator. The post Vattenfall and Terralayr debut ‘first-of-its-kind’ 55 MW virtual BESS portfolio appeared first on Energy Storage . ## [Scottish Engineering Launches New Skills Academy to Tackle Sector Skills Gap](https://scottishbusinessnews.net/scottish-engineering-launches-new-skills-academy-to-tackle-sector-skills-gap/) _2026-08-20 · Andrew Brebner · Scottish Business News_ Scottish Engineering, the representative body for Scotland’s engineering and manufacturing sector, has this week launched a new training arm designed to address skills gaps across the industry. The Scottish Engineering Skills Academy provides training and practical skills development – including CPT-accredited programmes – for individuals and businesses working in engineering and manufacturing,… ## [Topping out milestone reached on Edinburgh’s Caledonian Hotel extension as Will Rudd delivers on another high-profile city hotel](https://scottishbusinessnews.net/topping-out-milestone-reached-on-edinburghs-caledonian-hotel-extension-as-will-rudd-delivers-on-another-high-profile-city-hotel/) _2026-08-20 · David Langstane · Scottish Business News_ Leading civil and structural engineering consultancy Will Rudd has reached a major project benchmark following the official topping out of a nine-storey extension at the Category A-listed Caledonian Hotel in Edinburgh. The milestone marks significant progress on the development for client Klarent Hospitality, and Principal Contractor, Edgewater, which will add 96 guest rooms – increasing \[…\] ## [Scottish Water First Utility In World To Use Innovative New Technology To Reduce Laboratory Plastic Waste](https://scottishbusinessnews.net/scottish-water-first-utility-in-world-to-use-innovative-new-technology-to-reduce-laboratory-plastic-waste/) _2026-08-20 · David Langstane · Scottish Business News_ Scottish Water has become the first utility in the world to adopt an innovative technology aimed at substantially reducing plastic laboratory waste and making the handling process more efficient, lower carbon and easier to track.​ ​ Scottish Water and Envetec Sustainable Technologies Limited (Envetec), a clean technology company focused on the treatment and recovery of \[…\] ## [Clyde Gateway launches marketing for £11m XWORKS innovation hub](https://scottishbusinessnews.net/clyde-gateway-launches-marketing-for-11m-xworks-innovation-hub/) _2026-08-20 · Andrew Brebner · Scottish Business News_ Clyde Gateway and commercial property consultancy Ryden have launched the marketing campaign for the letting of XWORKS, a landmark £11 million mid-tech development designed to support the next generation of science and technology businesses in Glasgow. Currently under construction in Dalmarnock, XWORKS will deliver at least 36,000 sq ft of flexible mid-tech workspace, with capacity \[…\] ## [Scottish Care Home Group Scoops Prestigious Hospitality Award](https://scottishbusinessnews.net/scottish-care-home-group-scoops-prestigious-hospitality-award/) _2026-08-20 · Andrew Brebner · Scottish Business News_ Scotland’s leading provider of older person and specialist care, Meallmore, is celebrating after winning a Catey, one of the UK hospitality industry’s most prestigious awards. Held in London, The Cateys, often described as the ‘Oscars of hospitality’, celebrates the sector’s strongest performers, most inspirational brands and highest achievers. Meallmore took home the Health and Nutrition \[…\] ## [Waldevar Energy wins EPC contract for GEN-I Group’s 220 MWh BESS project in Romania](https://www.ess-news.com/2026/08/20/waldevar-energy-wins-epc-contract-for-gen-i-groups-220-mwh-bess-project-in-romania/) _2026-08-20 · Tristan Rayner · Energy Storage_ The Gheorgheni BESS is expected to be live by Q3 2027. The post Waldevar Energy wins EPC contract for GEN-I Group’s 220 MWh BESS project in Romania appeared first on Energy Storage . ## [Tennents’ Sixes returns with fresh brand identity and digital launch](https://scottishbusinessnews.net/tennents-sixes-returns-with-fresh-brand-identity-and-digital-launch/) _2026-08-20 · Paige Robinson · Scottish Business News_ Dundee-based marketing, branding and web agency Jigsaw Media has created the new brand identity, website and campaign assets for the return of the Tennents’ Sixes football tournament. Launched across Scottish Premier League clubs earlier this week, the revival brings back one of Scottish football’s most recognisable indoor competitions. The original Tennents’ Sixes captured fans’ imaginations \[…\] ## [Multi-million pound affordable housing development opens in Dumfries and Galloway](https://scottishbusinessnews.net/multi-million-pound-affordable-housing-development-opens-in-dumfries-and-galloway/) _2026-08-20 · Andrew Brebner · Scottish Business News_ A new affordable housing development will provide 74 sustainable and high-quality homes in Dumfries & Galloway. The Stansfield Farm development in Eastriggs, designed to meet specific local need, will provide safe and affordable homes for local families, older residents and people requiring accessible housing. The new homes will be made available for social rent, comprising \[…\] ## [RFP alert: Appalachian Power seeks 800 MW of battery storage in Virginia](https://www.ess-news.com/2026/08/20/rfp-alert-appalachian-power-seeks-800-mw-of-battery-storage-in-virginia/) _2026-08-20 · Tristan Rayner · Energy Storage_ The utility has issued two RFPs to meet VCEA requirements by 2040. The post RFP alert: Appalachian Power seeks 800 MW of battery storage in Virginia appeared first on Energy Storage . ## [EDF power solutions secures PPAs with NV Energy for 400 MW solar-plus-storage project](https://www.ess-news.com/2026/08/20/edf-power-solutions-secures-ppas-with-nv-energy-for-400-mw-solar-plus-storage-project/) _2026-08-20 · Tristan Rayner · Energy Storage_ The deal involves power from the Winston Energy Project, which will include 400 MWac of solar generation paired with a 400 MW/1,600 MWh battery energy storage system, with operations slated for 2029. The post EDF power solutions secures PPAs with NV Energy for 400 MW solar-plus-storage project appeared first on Energy Storage . ## [Windlab, Squadron Energy submit 500MW battery storage system for federal assessment in Queensland, Australia](https://www.energy-storage.news/windlab-squadron-energy-submit-500mw-battery-storage-system-for-federal-assessment-in-queensland-australia/) _2026-08-20 · George Heynes · Energy-Storage.News_ Windlab and Squadron Energy have referred a 500MW BESS at the Bungaban solar-plus-storage project in Queensland for approval. ## [‘One market into many’: AER says battery storage systems are reshaping Australia’s NEM](https://www.energy-storage.news/one-market-into-many-aer-says-battery-storage-systems-are-reshaping-australias-nem/) _2026-08-20 · George Heynes · Energy-Storage.News_ The AER has found that growth in renewable energy and battery storage eased pressure across Australia's wholesale electricity market in 2025. ## [APA to build 104MWh battery storage system for Evolution Mining’s Ernest Henry operations in Australia](https://www.energy-storage.news/apa-to-build-104mwh-battery-storage-system-for-evolution-minings-ernest-henry-operations-in-australia/) _2026-08-20 · George Heynes · Energy-Storage.News_ APA Group has taken a final investment decision to construct, own and operate the 104MWh Sybella Creek solar-plus-storage site in Australia. ## [US capacity markets create ‘major disconnect’ for LDES financing, says Camelot’s Raafe Khan](https://www.energy-storage.news/us-capacity-markets-create-major-disconnect-for-ldes-financing-says-camelots-raafe-khan/) _2026-08-19 · April Bonner · Energy-Storage.News_ Energy-Storage.news speaks with Raafe Khan, head of energy storage at Camelot Energy Group, ahead of the upcoming Battery Asset Management Summit (BAMS) USA in Garden Grove, California. ## [LG Energy Solution starts battery production at new Lansing facility](https://www.ess-news.com/2026/08/19/lg-energy-solution-starts-battery-production-at-new-lansing-facility/) _2026-08-19 · Tristan Rayner · Energy Storage_ The $2 billion plant will manufacture LFP cells for utility-scale energy storage systems alongside high-density NMC cells for electric vehicles. The post LG Energy Solution starts battery production at new Lansing facility appeared first on Energy Storage . ## [Blocked BESS in Britain: Clearstone’s appeal fails for 150 MW site at Axminster \[UPDATED\]](https://www.ess-news.com/2026/08/19/blocked-bess-in-britain-clearstones-appeal-fails-for-150-mw-site-at-axminster/) _2026-08-19 · Tristan Rayner · Energy Storage_ Local groups maintained their opposition to the project after the original local council withdrew its specific reasoning. The post Blocked BESS in Britain: Clearstone’s appeal fails for 150 MW site at Axminster \[UPDATED\] appeared first on Energy Storage . ## [Germany’s Bayernwerk changes grid connection criteria for BESS, and consumers](https://www.ess-news.com/2026/08/19/germanys-bayernwerk-changes-grid-connection-criteria-for-bess-and-consumers/) _2026-08-19 · Tristan Rayner · Energy Storage_ By abandoning the first-come, first-served procedure, the grid operator aims to allocate available grid capacity more transparently, predictably, and efficiently in the future. The post Germany’s Bayernwerk changes grid connection criteria for BESS, and consumers appeared first on Energy Storage . ## [Phenogy, HD Advanced Technologies to manufacture sodium-ion battery cells in Europe](https://www.ess-news.com/2026/08/19/phenogy-hd-advanced-technologies-to-manufacturer-sodium-ion-battery-cells-in-europe/) _2026-08-19 · patrickjowett · Energy Storage_ The Swiss and German companies say their collaboration will help to establish a European technology and industrial platform for sodium-ion battery technology. The post Phenogy, HD Advanced Technologies to manufacture sodium-ion battery cells in Europe appeared first on Energy Storage .