Energy Storage 101
Understanding Energy Storage Systems: Devices That Store Energy for Later Use
What are Energy Storage Systems?
Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are utility-scale reservoirs of energy. The most common BESS look like shipping containers and are filled with racks of lithium-ion batteries that store and transmit energy to the grid.
Consistency
Consumers need energy at different times of the day. When using BESS, energy providers can store energy to distribute later.
How Can Energy Storage Systems Help?
Redundant Safety And Regulations
BESS is a safe and reliable system because of the rigorous industry standards, regulations, built-in safety mechanisms, and cooperation with local fire departments. There are several redundant safety features that provide both active and passive mechanisms to prevent and contain a potential fire.
Contained
Physically Contained
Physicals Containment of BESS by the metal containers that house containers.
Automated
Fire Detection
Each battery has 24/7 automated fire detection and extinguishing capabilities.
Controlled
Suppression Systems
Containers come equipped with cooling, ventilation, and fire suppression systems.