United Kingdom
The UK has a low-risk profile and is one of the most developed PPA markets in Europe.
This market offering several routes to market for the portfolio, which is why it is one of our preferred markets in our business plan.
Learn about our presence in this market and how we are contributing to accelerate the much needed energy transition.
Our business
We have recently strengthened our portfolio with onshore and storage projects, thus diversifying our technological mix in this ambitious market.
Onshore and Solar
EDPR entered the UK onshore market with a wind and solar energy portfolio of 544 MW.
Storage
EDPR entered the storage market in Europe with its two first standalone Battery Storage Systems (BESS) projects in Europe based in the UK.
Offshore
EDPR is developing offshore wind technology through Ocean Winds the 50/50 wind offshore joint venture owned by EDPR and Engie.
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Key figures
Installed capacity
5 MW
Generation
6 GWh
Offshore
950 MW
Latest News
EDP Renewables secures its first stand-alone battery storage project in Europe
Acquired from Tupa Energy, the project will provide 2 hours of storage capacity and will contribute with 50 MW of capacity; With this project, the company will support the grid resilience by providing stability and reliability and will allow for an increased penetration of renewables in the generation mix.
EDPR enters the UK onshore market with a 544 MW wind and solar portfolio
The transaction has been reached through two separate agreements with the renewable energy companies Vento Ludens and Wind2.The entry in the UK onshore market is within the context of EDPR Business plan 2021-25, providing diversification and growth.
Balnacraig
- Technology: Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)
- Location: On land adjacent to Alness substation, the Highlands, Scotland
- Capacity: 49.9MW / 99.8MWh (2 hours system)
- Development status: Consented
- Start of Construction: 2024
- COD: Q4 2025
Harrington Franklin
- Technology: Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)
- Location:Kent, England
- Capacity: 49.9MW / 99.8MWh (2 hours system)
- Development status: Consented
- Start of Construction: 2024
- COD: Q4 2025
Lurg Hill
- Technology: Onshore Wind
- Location: Moray, Scotland
- Capacity: 14.4 MW
- Development status: Consented
- Start of Construction: 2026
- COD: 2026-2027
Ben Sca
- Technology: Onshore Wind
- Location: Skye, Scotland
- Capacity: 37.8MW
- Development status: Consented
- Start of Construction: 2027
- COD: 2028
- CfD/ Subsidy: CfD AR5
Balmeanach
- Technology: Onshore Wind
- Location: Skye, Scotland
- Capacity: 45MW
- Development status: In development
- Start of Construction: 2028
- COD: 2029
Cairds Hill
- Technology: Onshore Wind
- Location: Moray, Scotland
- Capacity: 16.8MW
- Development status: In development
- Start of Construction: 2026
- COD: 2026-2027
Drummarnock
- Technology: Onshore Wind
- Location: Stirling, Scotland
- Capacity: 30 MW
- Development status: In development
- Start of Construction: 2026
- COD: 2027
Moorshield
- Technology: Onshore Wind
- Location: Newton Mearns, Scotland
- Capacity: 18 MW
- Development status: Consented
- Start of Construction: 2026
- COD: 2027
Mynydd Bedwellte
- Technology: Onshore Wind
- Location: Tredegar, Wales
- Capacity: 54.9 MW
- Development status: In development
- Start of Construction: 2028
- COD: 2029
Muirake
- Technology: Onshore Wind
- Location: Aberdeenshire (Scotland)
- Capacity:4.6 MW
- Development status: In operation
- COD: 2012
EDPR companies in the UK, including Kronos Solar companies, follow EDPR’s Tax Strategy and the provisions of paragraph 19(2) and paragraphs 22(2) of Schedule 19 Finance Act 2016. Please, refer to https://www.edpr.com/en/sustainability/economic-dimension#tax-policy
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Work with us
EDPR operates in 28 international markets and our growth over the past years has been supported by our employees’ flexibility and team work and their ability to adapt to a changing business.
We aim to be a long-term market leader in the renewable energy sector, pursuing credibility through value creation, social responsibility, safety, innovation and respect for the environment.
What makes us proud as an employer?
- TOP Employer Europe 2023 certification, including in Poland;
- Bloomberg Gender Equality Index 2022;
- Top Workplaces US 2022;
- Certification in Conciliation (Excellence) by the Más Familia Foundation.
EDPR undertakes to maintain a relationship of proximity with the local communities engaging in regular and open dialogue, seeking to know their needs, respecting their cultural integrity and looking to contribute to improve the living conditions of local population, taking measures to consider and respect the community interests.
Why Onshore Wind?
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Contact us
Main office
1st Floor, 50 Lothian RoadEH3 9BYEdinburgh