Richborough Energy Park (REP)

Located in Kent (UK), Richborough Energy Park (REP) is a fully operational utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) facility. It is comprised of two adjacent 49.99MW projects - REP 1 and REP 2 and has a combined capacity of 100MW / 100MWh. The facility’s site was previously occupied by a coal-fired power station, which was repurposed to support the UK's clean energy transition.

Originally developed by Pacific Green, a global energy developer focused on low-carbon technologies, REP was acquired in June 2023 by Sosteneo on behalf of clients.

A comprehensive Environmental Impact Assessment was undertaken to address local concerns and to ensure REP’s alignment with both energy security goals and local environmental values. Mitigation measures, including landscaping and biodiversity protection were integrated into the final design. Community engagement and informing stakeholders is central to REP’s strategy. REP has also completed social safeguard screening in accordance with the EU Taxonomy. All major project suppliers and counterparties were analysed to ensure that the project meets robust social and ethical standards. 

REP’s operations are supported by a long-term optimisation agreement with Shell Energy Europe Limited.