BESS Wind Solar Energy Storage Power Station Project

What is a Bess project?

When people ask me about a BESS project, I like to explain it as the giant rechargeable battery for our electrical grid. Just like the battery in your phone stores energy for when you need it, a Battery Energy Storage System collects electricity when it’s abundant and releases it when demand spikes. Think of it as a reservoir for electricity.

Does a Bess project need a power supply?

A BESS project may store and deliver energy, but it still needs basic utilities to function properly. Water access is crucial, primarily for firefighting systems. Some designs also use water for cooling, though many modern systems are air-cooled. Ironically, these massive power providers also need their own power supply.

What is Bess storage & why is it important?

BESS storage plays a crucial role in ensuring a steady supply of renewable energy to power systems, even during periods without sunlight or wind. It offers a flexible solution to enhance grid stability, improve power quality, and support the expansion of renewable energy sources.

Why do we need a Bess system?

BESS allows us to mitigate the intermittency issue. When the sun is shining and the wind is blowing, we can store excess energy. Then, when wind and solar production dips but the demand is there, we can discharge the stored energy to the grid.

Will a new 14 MW wind farm be a Bess?

The new 14 MW wind farm was seeking a BESS to bring predictability to its power generation and achieve annual energy production of 40 GWh. It selected Nidec Conversion, which has more than 500 MWh of energy storage in operation, to provide the system.

How does Bess work?

Unlike wind and solar, which generate electricity, BESS stores and discharges power. This ability enables new revenue generation opportunities such as energy arbitrage: When demand increases and prices rise, the stored energy can be sold at a higher price, creating additional revenue.