Sungrow Signs 1.4 GWh Energy Storage Supply Agreement With Penso Power and BW ESS

Sungrow, the global leading PV inverter and energy storage system provider, has inked an energy storage supply deal with Penso Power and BW ESS. Under the agreement, Sungrow will supply a comprehensive range of 1.4 GWh PowerTitan 2.0 liquid-cooled energy storage systems, aimed at facilitating the construction of the Hams Hall energy storage project, situated in central England, Europe.

Why is the UK Focusing on Grid-forming Energy Storage Technology?

Currently, the UK market is witnessing a significant integration of renewable energy sources into the grid. However, the ongoing reduction in grid inertia and voltage instability has presented substantial challenges to the safe and stable operation of the existing power system. Consequently, there has been a marked increase in the demand for grid-scale energy storage technology within the UK’s ancillary service market.

280 Sets of Grid-forming Energy Storage Systems, Ensuring Grid Stability Protection

280 sets of PowerTitan 2.0 liquid-cooled energy storage systems will be implemented in this project, designed specifically for grid-forming. These cutting-edge systems boast a black start capability, enabling swift intervention when regional power sources disconnect from the grid, thereby promptly restoring the power supply. Additionally, they are adept at mitigating grid frequency and voltage fluctuations, offering millisecond-level inertia support, multi-tiered broadband oscillation suppression, microsecond-level voltage control, and other vital functions. This comprehensive suite of features significantly enhances the resilience and stability of the UK’s power grid, allowing for efficient and sustainable participation in the ancillary service market over the long term.

Erik Strømsø, CEO of BW ESS said, “We are moving with conviction to deliver market-leading energy storage projects across multiple countries. That means realising the full potential of projects by deploying the best available technology.”

“We have enjoyed numerous successful collaborations with Sungrow, in our Sweden project portfolio and by bringing its innovative liquid-cooled 3-hour energy storage system to Europe at our pioneering Bramley project in the UK. We are excited to do so again at Hams Hall. Projects and partnerships like these help to ensure the secure and reliable stabilization of the grid as it continues to decarbonize.”