Northland Power Inc., a leading Canadian renewable energy company, has acquired full ownership of two large-scale battery energy storage system (BESS) projects in Poland, totaling 300 MW / 1.2 GWh. The assets were purchased from Greenvolt Power Group, an international developer of renewable energy projects.
The acquisition strengthens Northland’s expanding presence in Poland and supports the country’s ongoing shift from coal toward renewable energy. According to Aurora research, Poland’s combined solar and wind capacity is expected to rise from 31 GW today to 139 GW by 2050, creating a significant need for grid-balancing technologies such as battery storage.
Two Major BESS Projects in Western Poland
The newly acquired projects include:
Both facilities are designed for four-hour storage duration and are located in western Poland. They benefit from 17-year capacity market contracts indexed to inflation, providing stable long-term revenue. Additional earnings are expected through energy arbitrage and participation in ancillary service markets.
Construction and financing are planned for 2026, with a total estimated investment of €200 million. Once operational, they will be among the first major BESS installations in Poland, reinforcing grid stability and supporting the country’s renewable energy goals.
Northland Power: Supporting Poland’s Energy Transformation
“This acquisition marks an important milestone in advancing Poland’s energy transformation and expanding Northland’s portfolio in a core market,” said Christine Healy, President and CEO of Northland.
She highlighted that battery storage is essential for building a reliable, lower-carbon energy system and aligns with Northland’s long-term growth strategy.
About Northland Power
Founded in 1987, Northland Power is a Canadian-owned global power producer with nearly four decades of experience in developing and operating renewable energy assets. Its portfolio includes offshore and onshore wind, solar, battery storage and natural gas facilities, as well as regulated utility operations.
Headquartered in Toronto and active in seven countries, Northland holds or manages:
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3.2 GW of operating energy capacity
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2.4 GW under construction
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A development pipeline of ~9 GW across early and mid-stage projects
Northland Power continues to play a key role in accelerating the global energy transition and expanding clean energy infrastructure across Europe.
