Harmony Energy

We’re thrilled to announce that Harmony Energy Limited (HEL) and Harmony Energy Income Trust plc (HEIT) secured three awards at the 2024 Energy Storage Awards: 🏆 Developer of the Year 🏆 Grid-Scale Standalone Energy Storage Project of the Year 🏆 Best UK Project Under 100MW Being crowned Developer of the Year represents an extraordinary period of growth for HEL whose operational portfolio includes Europe’s three biggest battery energy storage systems (BESS) by MWh (at the time of launch). The HEIT 99MW / 198MWh Bumpers BESS also had a standout year, taking home two awards. Developed by HEL, it was energised ahead of schedule in October 2023. The site features Tesla Energy’s cutting-edge 2-hour Megapack 2XL technology and can power over 321,000 homes for two hours. In December 2023, it earned a spot on the BBC News “Five Reasons for Optimism on Climate”. The awards also celebrate the impact of Harmony’s continued outreach – from supporting local jobs and businesses to promoting BESS technology through school presentations, guided tours and animations. Peter Kavanagh, CEO of Harmony Energy, said: “It was a brilliant night and we are delighted to have won three awards. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the entire Harmony Energy and HEIT team for their continued dedication and success in delivering a hugely important portfolio of BESS projects across Great Britain and Europe.  “It has been an exciting year reaching 634MW / 1,268MWh operational, and with a global pipeline of over 13GW, we remain enthusiastic about continuing our mission of powering a sustainable future.” Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/eSx9dQPB #EnergyStorage #BESS #NetZero #Sustainability #Awards

This Thursday (April 17), our Senior Data Scientist Akbar Lutfullah will be speaking at the FullyCharged.SHOW & Everything Electric event at the ExCeL Centre in London. Hosted by Helen Czerski, the panel “Reimagining Grid Resilience: Beyond the Off-Grid Solution” will explore how we can future-proof the electricity grid to support a clean energy system. Akbar will be joined by: - Rachel Lee of National Energy System Operator - Mahfuz Kamal of RecoVolt - Simon Price of CRU If you’re heading to Everything Electric, please come and join the conversation shaping the future of energy: https://lnkd.in/eesgCy3k

Our Knaresborough team recently had the opportunity to volunteer at Ripon Walled Garden – a local charity supporting young people and adults with learning difficulties.   From painting and assembling benches to organising and landscaping the garden, it was a fantastic way to give back and support a brilliant local cause.   Paul Ashley, Fundraiser & Supporter Services Lead at Ripon Walled Garden, said:   “WOW… following being away for a few days and then walking into the garden area, I was blown away by the impact of the work that Team Harmony has achieved. A HUGE thank you to all, as you have made such a difference to our Charity.”   At Harmony Energy, we’re proud to empower our team to make a positive difference through dedicated volunteer days.   Passionate about sustainability and community impact? Keep an eye out for career opportunities and ways to collaborate with us as we continue our mission to power a sustainable future.   👉 https://lnkd.in/eXngJD4w

🇫🇷 🚨 Elles sont là 🚨 Les 52 batteries destinées au parc de stockage d’énergie de Cheviré, situé dans le port de Nantes, sont arrivées et installées 🔋 Ces batteries auront la capacité de stocker l’énergie nécessaire pour alimenter 170 000 foyers pendant deux heures, soit plus que la ville de Nantes, qui compte 145 000 foyers. Nous sommes fiers d’avoir franchi ce jalon en un temps record, grâce à une petite équipe dynamique et flexible ainsi qu’à l’expertise du groupe Harmony Energy, présent dans 6 pays et qui possède un portefeuille opérationnel de projets de stockage de 634 MW / 1268 MWh. Au cœur de ce succès, une équipe de collaborateurs passionnés et engagés, profondément investis dans les enjeux environnementaux et la lutte contre le réchauffement climatique. La filiale française est pilotée par ses deux fondateurs, Andy Symonds et Clément Girard. Pour rappel, la construction du parc de Cheviré a débuté en septembre dernier et la mise en service est prévue en décembre. Ce site, d’une puissance d’environ 100 MW / 200 MWh, sera le plus grand parc de stockage par batteries en capacité sur le sol français au moment de son lancement.   ➡️ Comprendre le stockage d’énergie et son rôle clé dans la transition énergétique: https://lnkd.in/eGw_dTca --- 🇬🇧 🚨 They're here 🚨 The 52 batteries destined for the Cheviré Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), located in the French port of Nantes, have arrived and been installed🔋 These batteries will have the capacity to store enough energy to power 170,000 homes for two hours, more than the city of Nantes, which has 145,000 homes. The French subsidiary is led by its two founders, Andy Symonds and Clément Girard. Andy said: "We are proud to have reached this milestone in a short amount of time, thanks to a small, dynamic, and flexible team, as well as the expertise of the wider Harmony Energy group, who have a BESS operational portfolio totaling 634 MW / 1268 MWh. "At the heart of this success is a passionate and committed team deeply invested in environmental challenges and the fight against climate change." Construction of the Cheviré BESS began last September, and its commissioning is scheduled for December. With a capacity of approximately 100 MW / 200 MWh, it will be the largest battery storage park in France upon energisation. ➡️ Understand energy storage and its key role in the energy transition: https://lnkd.in/ee_mHxXk

Today marks a major milestone as construction officially begins on the Tauhei Solar Farm in Te Aroha, Waikato – set to be New Zealand’s largest solar farm at 202MWp. Hon. Simon Watts MP FCA, New Zealand’s Minister for Energy and Climate Change, joined guests on site for a soil-turning ceremony celebrating this significant step towards a cleaner, home-grown energy future. A joint venture between Harmony Energy and Clarus company First Renewables, the solar farm will generate 280 gigawatt hours of electricity per year – enough to power 35,000 homes and businesses when it becomes operational in late 2026. The project is supported by a power purchase agreement with Meridian Energy ensuring stability in New Zealand’s energy supply. It will also deliver key environmental and community benefits including: ✅ 350 full-time equivalent jobs created during construction  ✅ 100,000 native plants to enhance biodiversity  ✅ Wetland restoration and sheep grazing Harmony Energy’s Commercial Director, Pete Grogan, expressed his thanks to the Te Aroha West community for their support as well as Ngāti Haua and Ngāti Tumutumu for their partnership and shared connection to the land. This project is a testament to the power of collaboration between industry, government, iwi and financial institutions to drive New Zealand’s clean energy transition. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/evm3VjYq

We recently welcomed Ben Golding, Director of the Clean Power 2030 Unit at the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, to the multi award-winning Bumpers Battery Energy Storage System (BESS).   Ben, along with his expert advisors Jake Rigg and Kevin Tse, discussed the role of BESS in enabling a clean and sustainable home-grown energy system, the economic benefits including job creation and economic growth, and its subsidy-free role in the journey to net zero.   The visit and tour were led by Harmony Energy’s CEO Peter Kavanagh and Development Director Frances Nicholson. Peter said: “It was great to connect with #DESNZ and discuss the fundamental role of BESS in developing a secure and clean energy system that the nation can be proud of. The award-winning Bumpers BESS was the perfect host for the day and it was fantastic to showcase the facilities in action.”   Interested in finding out about BESS? Please visit Peter's recent thought-leadership piece on all things BESS with Energy-Storage.news: https://lnkd.in/eJCUA3Kh

Great to see Peter Kavanagh, CEO of Harmony Energy, collect the Green Leader Award at the TheBusinessDesk.com Yorkshire Leadership Awards 2025. The award recognised Harmony’s growth and impact, including: ✅ 634MW / 1.2GWh of BESS energised across 17 UK projects ✅ Expansion into France, Poland, Italy, Germany and New Zealand ✅ Storing tens of thousands of clean energy and reducing tonnes of CO2 ✅ 77 in-house employees supporting the delivery of a more resilient, home-grown energy system, with hundreds of jobs generated during the delivery of projects ✅ Over £100,000 donated to community incentives/charities in the past year ✅ Biodiversity Net Gain built into every project ✅ £1m+ in Business Rates paid in four years You can find out more about Harmony’s journey in the recent Hypercube Consulting podcast: https://lnkd.in/eKyYgHdq #Leadership #RenewableEnergy #BESS #Sustainability

It was a pleasure to welcome a local primary school to our Rusholme Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) site 🔋 During our public consultation last October, for a BESS project near Monk Fryston, the school shared its enthusiasm for green energy and sustainability. That led to a conversation about how we could support their learning and how we could inspire future generations. Earlier this year, our team visited the school to deliver an interactive session on renewable energy for Years 3-6. We then took 10 of their ‘Eco Warriors’ on a behind-the-scenes tour of our operational Rusholme site. Tessa Fletcher, Senior Planning Manager at Harmony Energy, who hosted the visit, said: "It was great to show the children the equipment in action and explain how it all works. We talked about how a homegrown, sustainable energy system will shape a better future for generations to come. They asked fantastic questions, and we hope this experience has strengthened their understanding of renewable energy solutions." Rick Weights, Executive Headteacher, added: "We were so pleased to see first-hand how Harmony Energy is working sustainably. Our children are passionate about tackling climate change through understanding renewable energy solutions, and visiting this site brought that to life for them." https://lnkd.in/eXngJD4w #RenewableEnergy #BESS #Sustainability #FutureGreenLeaders

🌿 Honouring the Natural and Cultural Environment with a Karakia 🌿 On Monday, 10th March, Harmony Energy New Zealand, along with our partners Clarus, contractor Elecnor Australia and a number of other key stakeholders, had the honour of taking part in a beautiful and meaningful Karakia ceremony at the Tauhei Solar Farm. The Karakia, performed by Ngāti Hauā and Ngāti Tumutumu, ensures a safe cultural environment for the construction stage of the project.  It was a powerful reminder of the deep respect we hold for the whenua (land) that nourishes us and our connection to the communities we serve. It was also a special opportunity to pause, reflect, and align ourselves with the values of sustainability and cultural respect that guide our work. We’re proud to incorporate tikanga Māori into our practices and continue fostering a culture that celebrates both innovation and respect for the natural environment. A huge thank you to Ngāti Hauā and Ngāti Tumutumu and everyone involved in this moving experience. We look forward to the continued journey of learning, growing, and making a positive impact together. www.harmonyenergy.co.uk

Harmony Energy has successfully completed the sale of its 200 MW / 400 MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project to EDF Renewables Poland, belonging to EDF, one of the world’s leading electricity producers. This milestone transaction reinforces Harmony Energy’s strategic focus on expanding its presence in Poland’s energy market, with proceeds set to strengthen its platform for future BESS developments.   Michał Maćkowiak, Executive Director of Harmony Energy Poland, said:   “We have ambitious plans for Poland, and this deal puts us in a strong position to develop, own and operate a significant portfolio in the country. Poland’s energy system is evolving rapidly, with growing demand for flexible storage solutions to balance its increasing share of renewables and decreasing share of coal-fired assets. This acquisition highlights the rising importance of high-quality battery storage projects, which are critical for enabling home-grown clean energy and reducing reliance on fossil fuels.   “This success gives us the resources and momentum to drive forward future developments, expanding our pipeline and ensuring we continue to deliver projects that support Poland’s transition to a cleaner, more resilient energy system. It also proves the exceptional quality of the projects being developed by Harmony Energy which was validated by this transaction”   Find out more: 🔋(English) https://lnkd.in/eDqV2Pdn 🔋 (Polish) https://lnkd.in/exeurk-8 #BESS #RenewableEnergy #PolishMarket #EnergySecurity