What is Bess & how does it work in ASEAN?

Typical BESS components include battery modules, a storage enclosure with thermal management, a power conversion system (PCS), a battery management system (BMS) and an energy management system (EMS). A few other ASEAN countries are also starting to wake up to the advantages of BESS in their respective energy sectors. But, it’s a slow start.

How will Bess help Southeast Asia reshape the energy landscape?

By providing flexible, reliable, and scalable power, BESS enables Southeast Asia to overcome traditional infrastructure limitations and embrace a sustainable future. What role will BESS play in reshaping Southeast Asia’s energy landscape? Explore the insights here.

Why should you choose a Bess facility?

The smart and efficient services of BESS facilities allow for a more robust integration of renewable energy sources such as solar and wind energy to the grid. Our battery energy storage business is one of the ways we show our commitment to sustainable energy, as our BESS facilities also operate with zero emissions.

Where is Bess located?

It is located in Bataan Province, some 140 km north of Manila, the country’s capital. The Philippines is also taking the initiative to implement BESS for off-grid solar applications. This is expected, since ASEAN comprises many island countries with underdeveloped off-grid communities.

Should Bess projects be proposed in Singapore?

One industry source told Energy-Storage.news recently that proposing BESS projects for development in Singapore is challenging given the lack of space in urban areas of the densely populated territory, and commensurate regulations on fire safety and urban planning, among other things.

How long does it take to build a Bess in Singapore?

Work began a month or two after that and was finished shortly before the end of 2022, meaning the entire project went from origination to commissioning in just six months. The BESS is located on 2 hectares of land on Jurong Island, which is heavily industrialised and features much of Singapore’s energy generation and infrastructure.