Middlerigg Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Application Submitted
Galileo Empower has reached a critical milestone by submitting our first battery storage planning application. The Middlerigg Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) Application submitted to the West Lothian Council represents a pivotal moment in our journey to drive innovation in renewable energy solutions.
The proposed site is located on land Adjacent to the A801, circa 375 metres Northwest of the Bathgate Substation, which will support the local grid by storing and releasing renewable energy during peak demand, ensuring a more reliable and sustainable energy supply, if consented. Battery Energy Storage Systems complement existing wind and solar projects, enabling greater flexibility and resilience in the energy network.
Battery storage is a vital technology for the transition to a net-zero future, and this application reflects our ongoing commitment to integrating advanced solutions into Scotland’s renewable energy landscape.
Speaking after the submission of the planning application, Senior Project Manager, said:
Laura PetrieWe are delighted to be submitting this planning application for our battery storage facility at Middlerigg, which follows extensive engagement with local communities. We’re proud to take this step forward and look forward to working with the community and stakeholders as we progress towards a cleaner, greener future.
“Infrastructure such as this has a vital role as we move away from polluting fossil fuels to clean, green, renewable energy. It is critical in tackling climate change and supporting Scotland to achieve its net-zero target.
“As with all our projects, we’ve worked closely with local communities throughout the planning process and are confident that this project will bring considerable economic and environmental benefits to West Lothian. Our community benefit fund, for example, amounts to £500,000, and we are keen to understand better what this could be used for. The development will also deliver considerable investment, creating jobs and boosting the skills of our current and future workforce.
“We look forward to continuing to engage with the Council and local communities throughout the planning process.”
