Hitachi Energy, a global leader in sustainable energy solutions, has been selected as the preferred technology provider by SSEN Transmission and National Grid for a groundbreaking project that will interconnect the Scottish and English power grids. The collaboration aims to establish two high-voltage direct current (HVDC) converter stations that will facilitate the integration of renewable energy into the grid, marking a significant milestone in the UK's journey towards a Net Zero Strategy.
The project, known as Eastern Green Link 2 (EGL2), will span a remarkable 440 kilometers of subsea cable and 70 kilometers of underground cable, making it the longest HVDC link in the UK. It will efficiently supply a total of 2,000 megawatts (MW) of electricity, enough to power approximately two million UK homes. As the UK's renewable generation capacity in Scottish waters is set to reach up to 11,000 MW by 2030, Hitachi Energy's HVDC technology will play a crucial role in transporting this vast amount of renewable power to communities across the country, bolstering energy security and sustainability.
Niklas Persson, Managing Director at Hitachi Energy's Grid Integration business, emphasized the pivotal role of HVDC technology in the UK's Net Zero Strategy, ensuring that electricity reliably and efficiently reaches where it is needed most. The collaboration with BAM, a renowned construction company specializing in sustainable infrastructure, will further enhance the project's implementation. With Hitachi Energy's extensive experience in HVDC technology and successful track record in delivering HVDC projects worldwide, the EGL2 project is poised to revolutionize the UK's renewable energy landscape and advance the nation's sustainable energy future.
Source: Hitachi Energy