Navenby

Battery Energy Storage System

Providing Energy Security for Lincolnshire

REWE 1 Ltd, a subsidiary of Windel Energy and Recurrent Energy, is preparing to submit a planning application to North Kesteven District Council for a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) on land south of Green Man Road, Navenby, Lincoln, LN5 0AT. We're in the initial stage of the project and would value your input on the development proposals.

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Where is the proposed BESS?

Why do we need BESS?

To reach net zero, increase energy security and help reduce energy bills, we need to decarbonise our energy supply, store renewable energy and improve the electricity grid’s stability and reliability.

BESS allow renewable energy to be efficiently stored and supplied to the grid when it’s needed. With BESS we can use renewable energy to power our homes and businesses when the wind stops blowing and the sun isn’t shining.

BESS facilities store electricity when demand is low or there is over-supply and release it back to the grid when demand is high. Moreover, they can provide ‘system security’, supplying energy during electricity outages, thus minimising disruption and costs.

Benefits of Navenby BESS

It will assist North Kesteven District Council in tackling its declared Climate Emergency and helping achieve Net Zero by 2030 through providing battery storage to remove the potential stress on the energy network.

Introducing BESS into the energy mix allows the electricity network to “balance” generation against demand, supporting the UK’s urgent need for energy security.
Demand for grid energy storage is expected to rise by 20GWh by 2035. Navenby BESS will help with supplying this demand and aid the UK’s transition to a low carbon future.

It would help the National Grid to use renewable energy to power our homes and businesses when there’s minimal wind and no daylight.

Contribute to the enhancement of the local ecosystem, by creating enhancements to biodiversity.
This is a temporary development, with the land to be reinstated back to agricultural use after the 40-year operational period.
The proposed BESS will not require Government subsidy.

Local Community Benefit Fund

We believe that it’s right that the community closest to a proposal such as this is able to benefit from it. In addition, we believe that the community itself is best placed to say what the community benefit should be.

North Kesteven District Council Climate Emergency Action Plan, 2024-2025

The Council’s Climate Emergency Action Plan emphasises the importance of transitioning to low-carbon energy sources and improving energy resilience. It outlines strategies to reduce carbon emissions and promote sustainable practices throughout the District. Our proposal can have a direct impact in supporting renewable energy integration, enhancing grid stability and facilitating energy efficiency.

About Us

Windel Energy, established in 2018, is a UK-based renewable energy developer. Their portfolio spans large-scale solar, wind, and battery energy storage projects, with a total capacity of over 3.5GW at various stages of development. They focus on delivering sustainable energy solutions to support the transition to a low-carbon economy.

Windel Energy is committed to responsible land use and believe that the development and delivery of a Battery Energy Storage System can be achieved in harmony with its surroundings.

Recurrent Energy is one of the world’s largest and most geographically diversified utility-scale solar and energy storage project development, ownership and operations platforms. With an industry-leading team of in-house energy experts, we are a wholly owned subsidiary of Canadian Solar Inc. and function as Canadian Solar’s global development and power services business.

Recurrent Energy has completed the development of 11 gigawatts (GWp) of operating utility-scale solar projects and 3.7 gigawatt hours (GWh) of energy storage projects across six continents. Recurrent Energy have more than 27 GWp of solar and 63GWh of energy storage projects under development.

Frequently Asked Questions

There will be infrequent noise associated with the cooling fans on the BESS during warm weather. A full noise assessment will be undertaken and submitted alongside the planning application which will identify potential noise implications and propose mitigation measures if necessary. A full noise assessment will be conducted for the site and the project design will include mitigation, if necessary.
The BESS is a temporary development and will not change the land classification. Once the project reaches the end of its lifecycle, the land will be restored to its original state, as greenfield land, allowing it to return to its previous use. Initial surveys have indicated the land been surveyed as grade 3b, meaning it is not considered Best and Most Versatile land.
The only period with potential traffic impact is during the short-term temporary construction phase, which is estimated to take between 12-15 months.
A full assessment of the traffic impacts of the development will be undertaken, and we will work closely with the local highways authority to ensure there impacts are minimised wherever possible.
In advance of a planning submission, we welcome any local inputs on measures we can include to minimise impact.

A transport assessment will be included as part of the planning application.

The battery enclosures are specifically engineered to guarantee secure operation throughout the project’s lifespan. Advanced safety measures, including continuous monitoring of individual battery cells, are in place to promptly address any potential concerns and manage operations for utmost safety.
Battery energy storage systems are designed to adhere to stringent safety standards established by international regulatory bodies like the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC).
These comprehensive standards encompass various facets of battery storage systems, including installation, operation, and maintenance, to ensure their compliance with the highest safety protocols. The final design of the BESS will comply with the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) guidance to ensure safety standards are met and developed in consultation with the local Fire and Rescue Service. This includes implementing best practices for installation, operation, and maintenance to mitigate potential risks associated with battery storage systems.
We are currently undertaking seasonal ecology surveys which will help us understand what species are present on site and how we can minimise impact.
We are considering allocating a portion of the site to potential environmental enhancements. Benefits could include resting the land and possibly introducing species- rich grassland with native wildflowers to support pollinators, planting new woodland areas, adding hedgerows, and enhancing the density and diversity of existing hedgerows.
We are proposing to use Solbank batteries for this site, which use Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP). These are considered safer and more environmentally friendly than Lithium-ion batteries.
Unlike conventional Lithium-ion batteries, LFP batteries rely on iron, an abundant and less environmentally impactful material compared to cobalt, nickel, and manganese. In addition, LFP batteries provide enhanced safety, longevity, and thermal stability, lowering their overall environmental footprint across the battery lifecycle.