The Coalburn 1 500 MW battery storage facility marks a major European milestone, and a crucial step toward the UK's net-zero goals.

Commissioning demanded high-voltage testing that replicated live grid conditions. The constraints? Strict space limits and sustainability requirements. Any delay or failure would disrupt a critical clean energy project.
 

We designed a bespoke solution that delivered three critical outcomes: accurate testing, uninterrupted power, and lower emissions.

• Precise load simulation: Our load banks replicated real-world conditions exactly with reliable commissioning data
• Clean, stable power: Clean generator power kept testing on track while hitting emissions targets
• Engineered to fit: Tight technical constraints? We engineered our power package to work within exact parameters
• True partnership: We collaborated with H&MV Engineering for 18 months. From early design conversations to final on-site delivery
   

Coalburn 1 completed commissioning and transitioned into full operation. One of Europe's largest battery sites is now live, adding 1 GWh of critical storage for UK grid stability.

What we delivered:

• Verified performance under pressure – Battery and control systems tested under live-grid conditions
• Reliable high-voltage testing within constrained site limits
• Clean and efficient – Reduced on-site emissions while maintaining peak efficiency
• New benchmark set – Commissioning targets met and a new standard established for sustainable grid-support projects