Southwest energy storage battery project bidding

What is happening in the Southwest Power Pool?

Rising congestion in the Southwest Power Pool is prompting developers to shift south and turn to energy storage while major transmission projects lift future prospects. Wind project activity continues to surge in the Southwest Power Pool (SPP), where high wind speeds and large swathes of agricultural land offer economies of scale and lower costs.

What is the Southwest Power Pool project?

This project will create the first interconnection tie between TVA and the Southwest Power Pool, providing TVA and local power companies with 800 MW of new energy supply. The project will provide an anticipated 94% reduction in localized outage durations and provide 360 disadvantaged communities with an estimated $250 million in economic benefit.

Will a battery energy storage system improve security & stability?

The Chinese-owned power utility said the battery energy storage system – the duration of which is yet to be confirmed – will enhance system security and stability as WA continues the introduction of intermittent energy sources, such as domestic and utility scale solar, into the grid.

How many homes can a 4 hour battery storage system power?

This is enough energy to power more than 76,000 average size residential homes over a four-hour period. The first project, called Sierra Estrella, will be a 250-MW, four-hour battery storage system located in Avondale. The second, called Superstition, will be a 90-MW, four-hour battery storage system located in Gilbert.

Could battery storage deployment help developers?

Battery storage deployment could aid some developers, Pradeep Podal, Technical Lead, Energy Markets at energy consultants ICF, told Reuters Events. New tax credits for stand-alone storage in the inflation act have accelerated demand for utility-scale batteries.

Will Alinta Energy build a second battery energy storage facility?

Electricity and gas provider Alinta Energy has received the tick of approval from the Western Australian government to begin construction of a second battery energy storage facility at Wagerup in the state’s southwest.