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Deploy grid-forming batteries now to avoid costly infrastructure later, says ESIG
Large-scale batteries with grid-forming software can sustain grid reliability as renewables replace synchronous fossil generators, says an ESIG report. The report focuses on test procedures to validate grid-forming capabilities. In most large power systems, transmission grid operators are “still able to maintain grid reliability using synchronous generators present in their systems at this time,” notes a […]
Flatiron Energy secures $540 million for largest battery project in Massachusetts
The company is expected to bring a 200 MW / 800 MWh battery to commercial operations by late 2026. Flatiron Energy secured approximately $540 million in financing commitments for the Taft battery project in Uxbridge, Mass. The standalone battery project will be the largest in Massachusetts planned to be 200 MW, 800 MWh. Site preparations […]
LS Energy Solutions activates 200 MW / 400 MWh energy storage in California
The Big Rock battery energy storage site is comprised of 137 containerized batteries and will help the California grid meet resource adequacy requirements. LS Energy Solutions announced it has commenced commercial operations at the Big Rock energy storage project in Imperial County, California. The 200 MW / 400 MWh project was developed and operated in […]
Solar portfolio to lower costs across multiple affordable housing locations in Rhode Island
A solar portfolio will benefit affordable housing across multiple locations Rhode Island under the same 13 MW contract. Affordable housing authorities across Rhode Island are beginning to benefit from a solar portfolio that will save the housing authorities money while supplying Rhode Island’s grid with clean energy. Nautilus Solar completed the first and largest of […]