Statkraft integrates Thurrock battery into Virtual Power Plant

By Global Infrastructure Sherpa · Feb 24, 2026

Partnership Battery Storage announced UK Feb 24, 2026

300 MW

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operating

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Thurrock battery storage facility

Project

Statkraft and emsys VPP have integrated the 300MW Thurrock battery storage facility into a Virtual Power Plant, enabling Statkraft to manage a gigawatt-scale portfolio of installed battery capacity in the UK.

Deal Analysis

Statkraft's integration of the 300MW Thurrock battery storage facility into its Virtual Power Plant (VPP), in partnership with emsys VPP, marks a significant expansion of its battery portfolio in the UK. This partnership allows Statkraft to manage a gigawatt-scale portfolio of installed battery capacity, leveraging emsys VPP's expertise in virtual power plant technology. The integration aims to optimize energy production and grid stability, enhancing Statkraft's position as a key player in the UK's energy market. This deal underscores the growing importance of battery storage in supporting the integration of renewable energy sources and ensuring grid resilience. By incorporating the Thurrock battery into its VPP, Statkraft can more effectively manage fluctuations in energy supply and demand, contributing to a more stable and sustainable energy system. The partnership with emsys VPP, a specialist in energy management solutions, further strengthens Statkraft's capabilities in this area.

Statkraft integrates a 300MW battery storage facility into its Virtual Power Plant.
The partnership with emsys VPP enables Statkraft to manage a gigawatt-scale battery portfolio in the UK.
The deal highlights the increasing role of virtual power plants in optimizing energy production and grid stability.
Statkraft expands its presence in the UK energy market through this integration.

Market Context: The UK battery storage market is experiencing rapid growth, driven by the increasing deployment of renewable energy sources and the need for grid stabilization. Virtual Power Plants are becoming increasingly important for managing distributed energy resources and optimizing energy supply and demand.

Source Intelligence

KEY DETAILS

The integration enables Statkraft to manage a gigawatt-scale portfolio of installed battery capacity in the UK. Quote: "enabling the energy company to manage a gigawatt-scale portfolio of installed battery capacity in the UK."

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Statkraft and emsys VPP have integrated the 300MW Thurrock battery storage facility into a Virtual Power Plant

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Location

Statkraft and emsys VPP have integrated the 300MW Thurrock battery storage facility into a Virtual Power Plant

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Announcement

24 February 2026

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COD

The partners said the link-up follows the successful connection of the large-scale battery in 2025.