Schneider Electric (https://www.se.com/us/en/), the global leader in digital
transformation of energy management and automation, today announced the launch
of its latest Battery Energy Storage System (https://www.se.com/us/en/product-
range/216494524-battery-energy-storage-system-bess/#overview) (BESS) designed
and engineered to be a part of a flexible and scalable, architecture. BESS is
the foundation for a fully integrated microgrid solution that is driven by
Schneider Electric's controls, optimization, electrical distribution, and world-
renowned digital and field services.
The climate crisis and geopolitical tension means energy security is not
guaranteed today. Resilience can be improved by ensuring access and storage of
various onsite energy sources quickly, efficiently, and safely. As an integral
part of a microgrid system, BESS captures energy from different sources,
accumulates this energy, and stores it in rechargeable batteries for later use.
Battery Energy Storage is the only Distributed Energy Resource (DERs) that
enables the widest range of customer energy-use cases, including resiliency,
demand-charge reduction, services, renewable self-consumption, decarbonization
of electrical energy, and variable generation smoothing.
"Reliable energy supply cannot be taken for granted. With over two decades of
expertise in power conversion and batteries, storage is at the core of Schneider
Electric's proposition. Now, we are proud to introduce a solution that has been
thoroughly designed and tested," said Bala Vinayagam, Schneider Electric's
Senior Vice President of Microgrids. "Our aim is to deliver this cornerstone
technology to the market that enables multiple use cases for resilience,
sustainability, and energy cost savings. We are providing greater demand-side
flexibility at scale to the microgrid sector by enabling our local expert
partners to deliver a safe and compatible system."
Comprised of battery modules, battery racks, a battery management system, power
conversion unit, and controller, BESS has been tested and validated to work as
an integral component with Schneider Electric's microgrid systems. It is also
fully integrated into the software suite, which includes EcoStruxure Microgrid
Operation, and EcoStruxure Microgrid Advisor. With defined commercial references
and options, selections include configuration and advanced safety controls, BESS
minimizes energy costs and delivers the following features:

  * Full Integration Capabilities: The all-in-one enclosure seamlessly
    incorporates pre-integrated components streamlining site engineering,

construction, and installation processes while minimizing labor and material expenses. The paralleling capability enables multiple BESS units to function

    as a unified entity. This comprehensive integration encompasses inverters,
    batteries, cooling systems, transformers, safety features, and controls,
    ensuring optimal performance and efficiency.
  * Easy Installation and Maintenance: The ready-to-deploy system, featuring
    tested, validated, and documented architecture (TVDA), facilitates
    installation processes, delivering efficiency compared to traditional
    custom-engineered designs. The solution also seamlessly integrates with

Schneider Electric's Energy Management Systems (EMS), significantly reducing

    integration time and minimizing field errors.
  * Safety Compliant: The solution is fully certified and compliant using
    ANSI/UL standards for deployment across multiple geographies and has a
    cutting-edge fire safety system design.
  * Resilience: The system offers bidirectional connectivity to the grid,
    providing the flexibility to operate as either grid-connected or off-grid.
    With the capacity to store energy for immediate access during outages, BESS
    can deliver up to 2 MW of power when needed.
  * Peace of Mind: Comprehensive services and support available throughout the
    lifecycle of the project and warranty execution for optimal maintenance and
    care.

The BESS is available as a 20-feet NEMA 3R Enclosure that is AC coupled and
available from 250kW to 2MW in 2h and 4h configurations.
"Our new Battery Energy Storage System marks a significant step forward in
enabling storage and connection with Distributed Energy Resources that is
flexible enough to meet the future energy demand needs," Vinayagam said. "Amidst
the global pursuit of net-zero objectives and the imperative for an enhanced
grid, we are working closely with our trusted network of partners to deliver the
technology required to fully unlock the potential of simplified battery storage
and power conversion."
For more information about microgrid technologies and energy resiliency, check
out this blog. (https://blog.se.com/sustainability/2023/10/04/harnessing-
battery-storage-and-microgrids-for-energy-resilience-and-transformation/?s=bala)
Schneider Electric PR Contact: global.pr@se.com
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