The energisation of the BESS project follows a strategic investment from energy company Alpiq.
August 20, 2026
Harmony Energy, a UK-based renewable energy developer, has energised a new battery energy storage system (BESS) project near Richmond, North Yorkshire.
The Skeeby Battery Energy Storage System, which is now ready to enter commercial operation, is a 35MW/70MWh project utilising Tesla Megapack technology. The site will be able to store power from multiple sources, including wind and solar PV, before releasing it back to the grid when demand is high.
The new BESS is the first of Harmony Energy’s sites to be energised following the company’s strategic investment from Swiss energy services and electricity provider Alpiq.
Peter Kavanagh, CEO of Harmony Energy, said: “Skeeby is an exciting milestone for Harmony Energy, not only because it brings another important battery storage project online, but because it is the first site to be energised since our strategic investment from Alpiq.”
“That investment gives us additional backing to accelerate the delivery of projects like this across the UK and Europe, while continuing to operate with the same team, brand and development expertise that have underpinned Harmony Energy’s growth to date.”
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Harmony Energy explained that the new site will also help to reinforce the UK’s energy security, as the nation pursues its Clean Power 2030 Action Plan. By storing energy and releasing it back to the grid, the BESS will contribute to the transition to clean power, support grid stability, and provide consumers with lower costs as time goes on.
According to Harmony Energy’s announcement, the Skeeby project was designed with both biodiversity and community benefits in mind.
Biodiversity measures at the site include habitat improvements and new planting, and community initiatives include the Richmond Bike Park. The free-to-access bike park is anticipated to open later in 2026.
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