Context: India has joined the Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) Consortium,  at the 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28).

About Battery Energy Storage Systems Consortium

• Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) Consortium Consortium is an initiative of The Global Leadership Council (GLC) of the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP).
• Through the BESS Consortium, India is among the first-mover countries, as a part of the collaborative effort to secure 5 gigawatts (GW) of BESS commitments by the end of 2024.

What is the battery energy storage system?

• A battery energy storage system is a type of energy storage system that uses batteries to store and distribute energy as electricity.
• BESSs are often used to enable energy from renewable sources, like solar and wind, to be stored and released.

How does battery energy storage systems Work?

• BESS relies on one or more batteries to store energy, which can then be used at a later time.
• These batteries may be charged using excess electricity generated by wind or solar farms.
• Once the battery is full, it stores the electricity until it is needed.

Applications:

• Peak Shaving: Peak shaving reduces the peak electricity demand by using stored energy to meet part of the demand which can help reduce the overall cost of electricity and the need for new power plants or upgrades to the existing grid.
• Microgrids: A microgrid is a small, independent power system that can operate either connected to or disconnected from the main grid.
• Uninterruptible Power Supply: An electrical apparatus supplies continuous power to critical loads during power outages.
• Enhancing Power Quality: BESS can improve power quality by smoothing out voltage fluctuations that may otherwise disrupt equipment operations.
• Ease of Installation: Many types of BESS are easy to install, making them a popular choice for businesses and homeowners looking for reliable energy storage systems.

For more information: BSES