The new BESS project is co-located with the Grant County solar project, pictured here. Credit: Alliant Energy
Alliant Energy announced the successful integration of its first 100-MW Battery Energy Storage System (BESS). Placed next to the company’s 200-MW solar project in Grant County, the newly operational battery captures and stores excess energy generated by solar and other resources, then releases the energy to the grid as needed.
“Energy storage systems, like this one, complement our existing generation resources and serve as an incredibly important step toward creating a more intelligent and resilient grid,” said David de Leon, president of Alliant Energy’s Wisconsin energy company. “The combination of BESS and solar is a critical part of our balanced energy portfolio. Collectively, they offer enormous potential, adding value and flexibility, while ensuring the availability of reliable and cost-effective energy for our customers.”
The new BESS project.
This BESS system can power over 100,000 homes for up to four hours on a single charge.
Energy storage infrastructure is a newer part of Alliant Energy’s strategy and a key part of bolstering their investments in renewable energy. Battery storage positions Alliant Energy to meet demand, reduce the need for traditional power grid updates and ensures preparedness for outages and severe weather.
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