Trina Solar’s International System Business Unit (ISBU), the downstream project development arm of the company, has announced the acquisition of a 40MW/80MWh BESS project from Source Galileo, a leading European renewable energy developer.
Located to the south of Aberdeen city centre in Scotland, the Rigifa BESS project is designed to deliver reliable grid support and energy storage capacity, playing a critical role in enhancing the flexibility of the UK’s renewable energy infrastructure.
At the formal announcement,Garrett Morrison, Chief Development Officer at Source Galileo, commented: “This transaction demonstrates Source Galileo’s ability to deliver high-quality, innovative renewable energy solutions to the market. Trina Solar ISBU’s acquisition of the Rigifa project ensures it will be delivered by one of the industry’s most trusted players, and we’re excited to be exploring further opportunities to work together on future developments”.
“We are delighted to acquire the Rigifa BESS project from Source Galileo, with Nicholas Good from our UK Business Development team leading the transaction,” added Sasha Georgievski, Business Director for Trina Solar ISBU in the UK and Ireland. “The acquisition marks a significant step in Trina Solar ISBU’s strategy to deliver energy storage projects that support the UK’s transition to a low-carbon economy. We look forward to working with Source Galileo and are exploring further opportunities for future collaboration.”
