How many people benefit from battery energy storage in Brazil?

The project benefits more than 2 million people in Brazil. ISA CTEEP, a leader in Brazil’s power transmission sector, has just energized the first large-scale battery energy storage project in the Brazilian transmission system. The batteries were installed in an area of approximately 5.000 m², which is the equivalent of half a soccer field.

Why is energy storage important in Brazil?

Cemig CEO Reynaldo Passanezi noted that energy storage systems and expanded transmission lines will be essential as Brazil integrates larger volumes of renewable energy into the grid in the coming years. Cemig is already testing battery storage technology through a pilot project in Serra da Saudade, Brazil’s smallest city.

What is Brazil's largest battery storage project?

Further details about Brazil’s largest battery storage project to date have been revealed including its integrators and equipment providers. The inauguration of the 30MW/60MWh system took place last year, on the networks of transmission system operator (TSO) ISO CTEEP, as reported by Energy-Storage.news in November.

Is ISO CTEEP the first large-scale battery energy storage system?

ISO CTEEP claimed it as the first large-scale battery energy storage system (BESS) on Brazil’s transmission grid. The project required a total US$27 million investment. The transmission operator is permitted by regulations to earn up to US$5 million revenues from the asset each year.

How much is CEMIG investing in energy storage?

“We are working to allocate a significant amount to energy storage,” Mr. Passanezi said. Under the R$39.2 billion investment plan, Cemig has earmarked R$23.2 billion for expanding and upgrading its distribution and transmission networks.