LDES NODE

Long Duration Energy Storage for Network Optimisation, Decarbonisation and Efficiency (LDES NODE) has been awarded funding through Ofgem’s Strategic Innovation Fund (SIF) Round 3 Discovery Phase.

Watch our 60-second project summary video here.

Electricity North West began delivery of this project in March 2024 alongside partners Environmental Resources Management Ltd.

LDES NODE will develop a methodology to inform the optimal locations of LDES technologies when deployed on the electricity distribution network. With optimal deployment, LDES technologies can assist with alleviating local constraints and maximising the output of renewable generation, as well as performing valuable stability and resilience grid services. The LDES NODE methodology and corresponding mapping tool will provide regional stakeholders with data-driven insights into key locations for LDES installation, allowing co-ordination with broader net-zero energy plans.  

This project addresses SIF Round 3, Challenge 2, “Novel approaches to deliver a secure system”, and Theme 3 “Effectively managing peak demand and stability through increased flexibility including over longer time periods (multi-day and seasonal)”.

This page will be updated with project learning as we move through the SIF process.