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 is Bess transforming the Philippine energy industry?

With the commercial operations of approximately 1,000 MW of BESS facilities across 32 locations in the Philippines, we are now ushering in a new era for the Philippine energy industry through significant improvements in grid reliability and the integration of more renewable power sources to the country’s diverse energy mix.

Does ASEAN need energy storage?

The ASEAN bloc has set the targets of 23% renewable energy in its Total Primary Energy Supply (TPES) and 35% renewable energy in ASEAN installed power capacity by 2025. This means that energy storage is required. Additionally, without BESS acceptance on a larger level, the needed funds won’t materialise, and fewer BESS will be built.

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.

How can ASEAN Bridge the energy gap?

For ASEAN, bridging this gap requires a renewed and intensified focus across several key areas, particularly as the global market increasingly deploys Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) for crucial renewable energy infrastructure stabilization and upgrading existing power networks.

How is ASEAN transforming its energy landscape?

The ASEAN region is witnessing a significant transformation in its energy landscape, driven by ambitious renewable energy storage targets and the need for grid modernization.