Published: 13 Apr 2022, 12:03
Aura Power is also developing solar power sites, such as the Litchardon Cross site (pictured). Image: Aura Power.
Developer Aura Power has secured planning permission for 190MW of battery energy storage projects across two sites.
The 100MW Blaydon project at Newburn Bridge Road has been approved by Gateshead Council. It will sit on brownfield land, on an industrial estate, and the battery asset will be connected into Northern Powergrid’s substation nearby.
The 90MW Drakelow project has been approved by South Derbyshire Council, and will be located on a business park, with limited visibility. It will be connected into Western Power Distribution’s network.
Construction will start on both projects before the end of the…