Canary Islands La Punta II Battery Energy Storage Project

Overview

The Canary Islands government has officially approved the La Punta II battery energy storage project in Santa Lucia de Tirajana, Gran Canaria.

• Capacity: 3.913 MW
• Storage: Nearly 8 GWh of renewable energy
• Function: Designed to work alongside existing wind and solar installations

Objectives

This project aims to:

• Boost renewable energy integration
• Improve grid stability
• Reduce dependence on fossil fuels

The project aligns with the regional goal of decarbonization by 2040.

Significance

The approval highlights the urgent need to expand renewable infrastructure in the islands, where energy costs are high due to geographic isolation.

• Received environmental clearance
• Addresses challenges of non-peninsular territories, where conventional energy systems are more costly and less sustainable.

Conditions and Pending Approvals

The approval is conditional on:

• Environmental restoration efforts for nearby areas
• Modifications to local urban planning

Officials are also awaiting:

• Authorization from aviation authorities due to flight zone restrictions.

Broader Regional Goals

This initiative reflects the region’s broader climate objectives:

• Reduce emissions
• Lower energy costs
• Foster a more sustainable future for residents and industries on Gran Canaria.