GLIL Infrastructure pumps £150m into Flexion Energy

GLIL Infrastructure Pumps £150 Million into Flexion Energy

Hey there, energy enthusiasts! In a bold move that’ll electrify the UK’s renewable scene, GLIL Infrastructure has just handed Flexion Energy a whopping £150 million. If you’re curious about what’s powering this burst of green, read on.

What Flexion Energy Is Building

Large‑scale battery stations – Think megawatt‑minded powerhouses that plug straight into the national grid.
Reducing grid volatility – By storing surplus renewable juice, they smooth out the bumps that wind and solar can leave behind.
Helping the UK hit net‑zero – Every battery counts toward a cleaner tomorrow.

These batteries act like the power‑bank for Mother Earth, ensuring that when the wind stops or the sun takes a break, the lights keep glowing.

Eye‑Popping Milestones

Build 300 MW worth of grid‑connected storage in the next couple of years.
Scale up to a full 1 GW of operational storage within five years.

That’s a lot of juice for the grid!

Chords of Praise from the Front‑Row

Jonathan Ord, Investment Director at GLIL:

“Energy specialists like Flexion are the unsung heroes of our future infrastructure. Our partnership supports the UK’s recovery and the march toward a sustainable economy. We’re excited to work with Dan, Hassen, and the whole crew, forging solid, inflation‑linked returns for our investors.”

Dan Taylor & Hassen Bali, Co‑Founders of Flexion Energy:

“The UK’s need for energy storage is huge and growing fast as we shift to a low‑carbon world. With GLIL’s backing, we’re poised to meet our long‑term growth targets and generate cash‑flowing assets that power our collective future.”

GLIL’s Portfolio – The Power Playbook

GLIL, a £2.5 billion fund backed by the Local Pensions Partnership and Northern LGPS, has a track record that’s no joke:

Equity in Anglian Water, Clyde Windfarm, and Forth Ports.
Investments in Rock Rail and the Agility Trains East fleet.
Recent acquisitions of Smart Meter Assets 1 Ltd and partnership roles with Nest.

Now, with Flexion on board, they’re adding another battery to the mix.

A Quick Look at Ion Ventures

Co‑founders Dan and Hassen bring 40+ years of expertise to Flexion, striking a perfect blend of commercial know‑how and tech wizardry. They’re steering the ship from development through to day‑to‑day operations.