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Can battery energy storage help India achieve a 50% non-fossil installed capacity?

India’s clean energy transition is accelerating, with ambitious goals of achieving 50% non-fossil installed capacity by 2030. This vision cannot succeed without large-scale energy storage. Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) provide the crucial flexibility: they capture excess solar and wind power when available and release it when needed.

Why should India invest in a Bess storage facility?

With a significant increase in renewable energy generation capacity, it is imperative that storage facilities are developed to help India and the world transition to clean energy. With an annual tariff nearly 55% lower than the previous benchmark, the project sets a new standard for BESS affordability in India.

Can indigenous energy management systems be used in energy storage projects?

The Indian government has mandated the use of indigenous energy management systems (EMS) in all storage projects seeking viability gap funding (VGF), a central scheme launched in 2023. The initiative aims to enhance the commercial feasibility of energy storage in India, with applicants eligible for grants of up to 30 percent of capital expenditure.

Why does the Bess Consortium support large-scale storage deployment?

“The BESS Consortium’s support for large-scale storage deployment reflects the growing recognition that universal access to renewable energy and the energy transitions of emerging markets must be fast, inclusive, and resilient.