For generations, the farm of Johannes Grimm and his family has been part of the village landscape in Wolfertschwenden. As one of the oldest homesteads in the area, it has long been rooted in agriculture. In the past, it was home to dairy farming, corn, and grain cultivation. Today, the farm is maintained part-time, with boarding livestock and leased agricultural land.

To ensure the economic viability of a battery energy storage system (BESS), an availability rate above 98% is essential. Only with this level of uptime can the business case succeed and the system generate the expected returns. Achieving this requires a combination of robust monitoring strategies.

Building regulations for battery energy storage systems (BESS) can vary depending on location and project size. However, in many cases, these projects qualify as privileged developments under German building law. This means they may be constructed outside designated building zones, such as in agricultural or rural areas, under specific conditions.

The implementation of battery energy storage systems (BESS) has become a key enabler of the energy transition. BESS not only allow for the storage of surplus electricity from renewable sources, but also enhance grid stability and flexibility. However, the development and construction of such systems is a complex process. From selecting the right site to commissioning the system, a multitude of factors must be considered.

In recent years, battery energy storage systems have evolved into a revolutionary technology that is transforming the way we consume and manage electricity. From improving energy independence to optimizing cost savings, battery storage offers a wide range of advantages – not only for industry and the economy, but also for individual end users. In this article, we highlight the key benefits battery storage systems provide for consumers.

Given the urgent need to curb accelerating climate change, the transition to renewable energy sources has become inevitable. Wind and solar power are virtually inexhaustible and produce no harmful CO2 emissions. However, the intermittency of renewable energy sources – that is, the unpredictable availability of sunlight and wind – presents a significant challenge to the stability and reliability of our power grids.

The use of renewable energy not only contributes to climate protection, but also offers structural and economic opportunities. Large-scale battery storage systems make it possible to use renewable energy more efficiently, help regulate excessive electricity prices, and stabilize the grid. This provides added value not only for the environment, but especially for the residents of your municipality.

In an electrical energy supply system, supply and demand must always be in balance. However, as energy can only be stored to a limited extent, a mechanism is required that can compensate for unforeseen fluctuations and ensure the stability of the system. This is where the principle of regulating power comes in, which can also be described as the pacemaker of our electricity grid. 

Battery storage systems not only offer benefits for our environment, but also present significant economic opportunities. With the help of various business models, electricity costs can be reduced and revenues generated, as the storage systems can flexibly store electricity from the grid and also feed it back into the grid. 

The energy transition is in full swing and the expansion of renewable energies is the right response to the energy policy challenges