Hithium to supply 720 MWh Elements Green project in the UK

Chinese energy storage manufacturer Hithium has signed a deal to deliver 720 MWh of battery energy storage system (BESS) capacity to an Elements Green project in the United Kingdom. The partnership will see Hithium supply the project with its 5 MWh BESS DC block.

Housed in a standard 20 ft container, the 5 MWh system is equipped with 48 battery modules, each with 104.5 kWh capacity and using the manufacturer’s 314 Ah LFP cells. Hithium’s flagship BESS product also boasts a range of fire suppression measures, as demonstrated in a June 2025 open-door large-scale fire test, which the company described as a “new benchmark” for safety validation. 

In a press release, Hithium President of Global Business Mizhi Zhang described the partnership with Elements Green as testament to the manufacturer’s commitment to innovation and sustainability.

“By deploying our advanced BESS technology at scale, we are not only supporting the UK’s energy transition but also setting a benchmark for grid resilience and renewable integration worldwide. This project is a cornerstone of our strategy to lead the global energy storage market and empower a cleaner, more sustainable future.”

The deal with Elements Green is part of a wider localization strategy from Hithium. The Chinese manufacturer launched its European operations in 2023 and has UK-based project delivery teams, as well as a service and maintenance network across the region.

The announcement also quickly follows Elements Green reaching financial close on its flagship 360 MW/720 MWh battery storage project in Staythorpe, England. Elements Green has secured a GBP 140 million debt facility with financing provided by Private Credit at Goldman Sachs Alternatives.

The timing of the Staythorpe project and recent financing, along with the particular sizing of the Hithium BESS, appears to suggest that the supply of batteries announced here is for the Staythorpe site, though this is not specifically confirmed. ESS News has contacted both parties for further information.