Tapping into new ways of storing energy
Government has identified battery storage as an alternative to support renewable energy expansion in South Africa and is taking the necessary
South Africa's power utility, Eskom, is once again highlighting its Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) programme, asserting that its implementation could address the country's ongoing electricity crisis. But what exactly is this programme, how does it function, and what implications does it have for South Africans?
South Africa is at a pivotal moment in its energy transition: trying to decarbonise its economy (move away from coal) and make sure that everyone has access to reliable and affordable energy. Storage of renewable energy is very important for this transition. Solar and wind power are not available all the time.
Out of those, three projects with a capacity of 150 MW have already begun commercial operation under a 15‑year PPA with Eskom, and the others have or were expected to commence construction in late 2023. The international community is also contributing to the development of battery storage systems in South Africa.
In South Africa, battery storage is increasingly seen as a key pillar to help provide grid stability and integrate variable renewables given its ageing coal-fired power fleet and grid.
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