Energy Statistics for Scotland - Q2 2026

Overview of key facts and trends relating to energy in Scotland for Q2 2026


Electricity Storage

As of the end of June 2026, there were 27 operational electricity storage projects with an estimated capacity of 1,663 MW in Scotland (Figure 4). Of these there were:

  • 25 battery storage projects with an estimated capacity of 923 MW; and
  • 2 pumped hydro storage projects with an estimated capacity of 740 MW.

Figure 4: 

Source – Renewable Energy Planning Database (accessed 28th September 2026)

 

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