Who is developing battery energy storage systems in Saudi Arabia?

Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) has awarded major contracts to Chinese group BYD Auto Company and Saudi utility major Alfanar Projects for developing Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) with a combined capacity of 2,500 MW/10,000 MWh across Saudi Arabia.

What is Bisha battery storage?

The Bisha battery storage facility, owned by Saudi Electric Company (SEC), features 122 prefabricated storage units, designed and supplied by China’s BYD. Each unit integrates a 6 MW power conversion system (PCS) alongside four lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery modules, each with a capacity of 5.365 MWh.

How many MW is a battery storage facility?

It is designed to support its 50% renewable energy goal by 2030. Each 500 MW facility will operate for four hours, providing 2,000 MWh of total power capacity, said the SPPC. In early November, the state-owned limited liability company called for qualification for battery storage procurement.

What does Prince Abdulaziz say about battery energy storage?

Last week, Prince Abdulaziz revealed that the Kingdom is seeking to establish significant battery energy storage capacity. It is part of the plan to strengthen and expand its electricity infrastructure. It also reduces the nation’s reliance on fossil fuels. “We have already signed 26GWh of batteries and by 2030, we will be doing 48GWh,” he said.

What is battery energy storage system (BESS)?

Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) plant will provide Load Shifting as main application while providing Black start, Frequency regulation and voltage support application through a selectable part of the system’s total capacity for the network at their respective Point of Interconnection (POI).

How did EPC work in Riyadh?

The EPC works on the project were carried out by a consortium between State Grid Corporation of China and Riyadh-based developer Alfanar Projects. The facility’s deployment in the harsh desert environment posed substantial challenges, including extreme temperatures and frequent sandstorms.