
Fotowatio Renewable Ventures (FRV), a leading developer of sustainable energy solutions and part of Jameel Energy, has submitted a portfolio of 1.8 GW of fully permitted renewable and battery energy storage projects to the UK’s Gate 2 window under NESO’s Connection Reform process. The submission was made through FRV’s majority-owned joint venture platform, FRV Powertek, with the projects seeking advanced connection dates before 2030, ranging from 2026 to 2029.
The portfolio features a mix of solar plants and battery energy storage systems (BESS), reinforcing FRV’s position as a major player in the UK energy sector. Among the most notable projects are the Bicker Fen (400 MW), Stocking Pelham (400 MW), Stow Manor (400 MW), Ansty (200 MW), and Maes Melin (200 MW) BESS projects. In addition, the Malice Farm project will combine 50 MW of solar generation with storage, marking a further step in integrating hybrid and flexible solutions. The portfolio also includes the Hollybush (50 MW / 200 MWh) and Dunbar (50 MW / 200 MWh) projects, each with protected connection dates in 2026 and 2027, respectively.
This extensive pipeline strengthens FRV’s strategic presence in the United Kingdom, the country where the company inaugurated its first global energy storage plant, Holes Bay, in 2020. Since then, FRV has successfully brought three additional facilities into operation — Holes Bay, Contego, and Clay Tye — achieving a total operational capacity of 140 MW / 280 MWh.
FRV sees the submission of this portfolio as a significant milestone in its UK growth strategy. The Connection Reform process offers a unique opportunity to accelerate the deployment of fully permitted, low-carbon infrastructure, allowing projects to come online faster. This aligns with FRV’s ongoing commitment to supporting a resilient, decarbonized, and efficient electricity grid, and advancing the country’s journey toward a secure, net-zero energy future.
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