Energy Storage Project Proposed for Solar Plant in Gran Canaria
Published: March 10, 2026|environment-and-sustainability|Gobierno de Canarias
Tabaiba Solar Battery Storage Project in Gran Canaria
Project Overview
Tabaiba Solar, S.L. plans to install a new energy storage system with batteries at the Aldea Blanca I photovoltaic solar plant in San BartolomƩ de Tirajana, Gran Canaria.
Key Details
- The project involves adding two battery units with a total capacity of 9 MWh.
- Upgrading the plantās power conversion station.
- The move significantly hybridizes the existing solar installation.
Authorization and Public Consultation
- This change requires official authorization, which is now open for public consultation.
- Authorities have made all technical and environmental documents available for review.
- Public feedback is invited within a 30-day window.
Investment and Goals
- The projectās estimated cost stands at over 2.5 million euros, reflecting a substantial investment in renewable energy infrastructure.
- The initiative aims to:
- Enhance the plantās efficiency
- Increase energy capacity
- Contribute to the regionās greener energy goals
Broader Context
This development signals ongoing efforts to modernize Canary Islandsā renewable energy assets, supporting Spainās broader push for cleaner power sources and grid stability.