Times Energy Storage System Integrator

What does an energy storage system integrator do?

Energy storage system integrators play an increasingly important — and shifting — role as more renewable energy is added to the grid, according to a new Navigant Research report. Integrators design, build and operate large, grid-scale energy storage systems. Think Tesla and Fluence.

Are energy storage systems integrators maximizing the value of a project?

Often they leverage software and controls to maximize the value of a project, according to the report, Navigant Research Leaderboard: Utility-Scale Energy Storage Systems Integrators. The biggest energy storage market, long-term, is no longer frequency regulation because that market is becoming saturated.

Which energy storage integrator is the best?

Fluence has a track record of being the integrator of choice for ground-breaking energy storage projects. Last month, it was revealed that the US-headquartered integrator had been selected by Tilt Renewables to deliver the 100 MW / 200 MWh Latrobe Valley battery energy storage system (BESS) located south of Morwell in Victoria.

How is the energy storage industry changing?

The global energy storage industry continues to rapidly expand, creating opportunities for new entrants and incumbents alike. As the market grows, many system integrators are evolving their business model to create a stronger competitive footing.

Are energy storage inverters a challenge to existing integrators?

With significant project pipelines dwarfing the existing installed base, energy storage inverter (power conversion system – PCS) manufacturers are expanding their presence targeting solar plus storage applications and existing integrators are challenging the incumbents.

Are energy storage system integrators grid-connected?

The leading energy storage system integrators have built microgrids, but they’re not generally grid-connected, Ellis says. That’s because microgrid developers face challenges connecting their projects to the grid. “With microgrids, one big issue is the existing rules that allow utilities to be the sole provider of electric service in an area.