3 FAQs about Riga cabinet energy storage system station bess project
Where are Bess projects being implemented?
The first BESS projects are being implemented in Latvia and at Latvenergo production sites – starting with the smaller-scale BESS at Latvenergo AS CHPP-1 and continuing with larger storage solutions, including at Riga HPP and Latvenergo AS CHPP-2. The procurement and selection of suppliers for the latter projects is currently in progress.
Will Bess be able to deploy storage capacity across Baltic states?
"Future projects will be carefully evaluated to strategically deploy storage capacities across the Baltic states in order to maximise the benefits for the security of supply and customers," the company added, giving a broad hint that it will also be looking to place BESS assets in Estonia and Lithuania.
What are Bess assets?
Its BESS assets will sit in a portfolio alongside hydro power plants (installed capacity ~1550 MW), combined heat and power plants (~1050 MW) and solar and wind capacities under development.