EWEC to Develop 400MW BESS in Abu Dhabi, BESS Technology to Enhance Energy Network Flexibility

Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) is moving ahead with its plans to develop an independent greenfield 400-megawatt (MW) Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) power project in Abu Dhabi.

The BESS project will provide up to 800 megawatt-hours (MWh) of storage capacity, enhancing the flexibility and stability of Abu Dhabi’s energy network.

Deploying BESS technology will allow for the effective management of peak demand and integration of increasing amounts of renewable energy, marking another milestone in EWEC’s efforts to accelerate the energy transition.

The project will involve the development, financing, construction, operation, maintenance, and ownership of the BESS system and associated infrastructure, closely following the model of Abu Dhabi’s successful Independent Power Producer (IPP) programme.

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