A new partnership aims to deploy an integrated solution combining solar PV with sodium-ion batteries at commercial and industrial (C&I) sites in Southeast Asia.
Sembcorp Successfully Commissions Southeast Asia's largest Energy Storage System”, December 23, 2022. Based on independent assurance provider DNV's global database of 4,210 ESS projects totalling 32GWh and publicly available information as of January 5, 2023 for a comparable size utility-scale ESS (same or higher rating and same design).
In an article featured on The Business Times, Rodrigo Hernandezvara, Head of Solar C&I at ENGIE highlights how Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), combined with renewable energy sources like solar power, are revolutionizing energy solutions for the region.
What is Sembcorp energy storage system (ESS)?
Singapore, February 2, 2023 – Sembcorp Industries (Sembcorp) and the Energy Market Authority (EMA) today officially opened the Sembcorp Energy Storage System (ESS). The Sembcorp ESS is Southeast Asia's largest ESS and spans across two hectares of land in the Banyan and Sakra region on Jurong Island.
By providing flexible, reliable, and scalable power, BESS enables Southeast Asia to overcome traditional infrastructure limitations and embrace a sustainable future. What role will BESS play in reshaping Southeast Asia's energy landscape? Explore the insights here.
Will Sembcorp ESS support Singapore's transition to cleaner energy sources?
Mr Ngiam Shih Chun, Chief Executive of the Energy Market Authority, said: “Energy Storage Systems (ESS) such as the Sembcorp ESS will play a significant part in supporting Singapore's transition towards cleaner energy sources. This large-scale ESS marks the achievement of Singapore's 200MWh energy storage target ahead of time.
How does EMA facilitate ESS adoption in Singapore?
EMA's Accelerating Energy Storage for Singapore (ACCESS) programme facilitates ESS adoption in Singapore by promoting use cases and business models with industry partners and other government agencies. For more information, please visit: