RES, the world’s largest independent renewable energy company, has submitted a planning application to Moray Council for a 49.9MW energy storage proposal on land off Drum Farm, just east of Keith electrical substation, near Keith in Moray. May 27, 2022 RES Energy storage technology plays an important balancing and grid stability role, and if consented, Drum Farm will help create a more stable and secure electricity system supporting the increased deployment of renewable energy needed to ensure security of supply and meet net zero targets.The site could also offer significant biodiversity enhancement opportunities through the planting of native trees, hedgerows and wildflower grass areas. An attenuation basin, as well as allowing safe and contained storage for excess rain and storm water, is also proposed which could deliver significant opportunities for further wetland…
