**CoastalCorre is a feasibility study exploring the development of a modular charging hub to support the transition to electric vessels operating in coastal waters.** The system is designed to operate nearshore, offering an alternative to shore-based infrastructure which can be limited by grid capacity, tides, or available space. The hub concept combines at-source renewable energy generation with innovative redox battery storage and advanced power conversion technology. These components will be integrated within a scalable floating mooring platform, designed to deliver rapid charging for electric vessels. The study will focus on how this system could be deployed along green maritime corridors in Orkney, where fishing and marine tourism vessels often operate in areas with limited access to electrical infrastructure. The concept will be designed and tested in controlled conditions, helping to assess how the system performs across different sea states. While the case study is focused on Orkney, the findings will inform wider applicability across other remote and energy-constrained coastal regions in the UK. By enabling charging closer to where vessels are in use, the system could reduce the need for large onboard batteries, extend vessel range, and help lower emissions. Led by Urban Foresight, the project brings together experienced technical partners including the University of Plymouth, EMEC, Mhor Energy, Apricity, and Supply Design. Over a seven-month period, the project will develop a tested platform design, examine commercial models, and produce a costed plan for a future full-scale demonstrator, with the view for deployment by 2028\.

LIND Ltd, a UK energy storage company, specializes in redox flow batteries for homes, offering cost-effective heating and electricity solutions through variable tariffs. Our unique system utilizes a thermally resistant electrolyte, ensuring high performance even in hotter climates. By eliminating the need for energy-consuming cooling mechanisms, our technology maximizes efficiency and returns more energy to the user. In collaboration with PT Mutitron Automa, we support the Lasalimu community in Indonesia by integrating our innovative technology into their 1 MW solar power plant project. Lasalimu, a farming village on Buton Island with over 15,000 residents, faces limited access to affordable electricity. With a monthly budget of 50 Indonesian Rupees (£0.003), households rely on 1.3 kVA of electricity from the state-owned energy provider, PLN (small compared to the UK average is 18.4 kVA). To address this issue, installing a solar power plant was approved to enhance energy reliability, reduce costs, foster industrial growth, and decrease dependence on carbon-emitting diesel generators. Our LIND system, equipped with a redox flow battery and a stable electrolyte for high-temperature environments, efficiently feeds a significant proportion of generated energy to the community grid. Unlike conventional technologies that allocate energy for cooling, our system optimises energy availability. Implementing the LIND energy storage solution will yield substantial benefits for Lasalimu. It will extend active hours, improving economic conditions through nighttime lighting and enabling refrigeration for agricultural and fishery produce. Additionally, it will enhance social well-being by providing lighting and temperature control for critical medicines. Moreover, it will reduce air pollution by minimizing the reliance on diesel generators. Before deploying our system in Indonesia, comprehensive testing at the Power Network Demonstration Centre in Scotland will be conducted with a prototype battery with Indonesian temperature being recreated as part of this project. This testing will provide valuable insights for system design and accurate performance projections specific to Lasalimu. The project's core outputs encompass feasibility studies, technical evaluations, economic viability assessments, carbon impact evaluations, performance projections, and a strategy for promoting gender equality and social inclusion. Key Indonesian stakeholders will have the opportunity to visit the demonstration battery, and the project will be showcased at prominent exhibitions like All-Energy and IFBF.