TECHNOLOGIES

Battery Energy Storage
Systems

WHY BATTERY ENERGY STORAGE?

Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are advanced technology systems designed to store electrical energy for later use. These systems store energy in the form of chemical potential within rechargeable batteries, allowing the stored energy to be discharged back into the grid network or used on-site when needed.

BESS plays a crucial role in modern energy management, especially in the context of renewable energy integration and grid stability. Here’s a closer look at how BESS works and its key benefits:

HOW IT WORKS

BATTERY ENERGY
STORAGE

DISCHARGING

When demand for electricity increases or renewable energy generation drops, the stored energy in the batteries can be discharged back into the grid or used locally to meet the energy needs of homes, businesses, or industrial facilities.

CHARGING

BESS charges by absorbing excess electrical energy when there is surplus power available, typically during periods of low demand or high renewable energy generation. This energy is converted into chemical energy and stored within the batteries.

ENERGY
MANAGEMENT

BESS can respond rapidly to changes in energy demand, acting as a buffer to balance the supply-demand equation and enhance grid stability. It provides a reliable source of power during peak consumption periods or when renewable energy sources, such as solar or wind, are not producing at their maximum capacity.

KEY BENEFITS OF

BATTERY ENERGY STORAGE

Grid
Stabilisation

BESS helps stabilise the grid network by providing frequency regulation, voltage support, and rapid response capabilities, reducing the need for fossil-fuelled plants.

Renewable Energy
Integration

BESS addresses the intermittent nature of renewable energy sources like solar and wind by storing excess energy when available and releasing it during periods of low generation, ensuring a consistent power supply.

Energy
Cost Savings

BESS allows users to store energy when electricity prices are low and use it when prices are high, reducing overall energy costs.

Energy
Independence

By storing energy on-site, businesses and landowners can become less reliant on the grid, particularly during power outages or times of high demand.

Reduced
Carbon Emissions

BESS promotes cleaner energy usage by optimising the use of renewable energy and minimising the need for fossil fuel-based power generation.

Peak Demand
Management

BESS can meet peak demand requirements, reducing the strain on the grid during periods of high consumption and helping utilities avoid costly infrastructure upgrades.