Substation energy storage battery ground foundation

Do you have the Right Foundation for your energy storage project?

When it comes to energy storage projects, having the right foundation involves careful planning upfront. But each site is different, requiring careful consideration for details like the types of equipment being supported, site location and geologic factors.

How will a battery storage facility benefit the National Grid?

The battery storage facility will reduce the reliance of the national grid on coal and gas and enable the grid to support the increased amount of renewable and zero carbon energy being generated. 7.2.3.

Who controls the substation?

As set out above the majority of the land surrounding the substation is controlled by National Grid and is reserved by National Grid for energy related development necessary to support the transmission of electricity from the site.

Will there be vehicular access between substation and battery facility?

There will be no direct vehicular access between the substation and the battery facility. 7.9.2. The access spur from the National Grid perimeter access track and internal road within the battery compound will be constructed from rolled crushed stone to minimise effects on drainage rates.

Does the proposed battery facility contain a permanent building?

The proposed battery facility does not contain any permanent buildings as all proposed battery containers and electrical switchgear kiosks and ancillary units are temporary structures and the facility has a proposed life span of 30 years after which all infrastructure will be removed from the site and restored to its original condition.

What is a battery energy storage system?

A battery energy storage system (BESS) is an electrochemical device that charges from the grid or a power plant and then discharges that energy to provide electricity or other grid services when needed.