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Upcoming Project
Grid-Scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Piloting Project
Grid-Scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Piloting Project
| Objective(s) |
1. To reduce the fluctuation of the system frequency by providing fast acting spinning reserves for primary frequency control to improve overall system security, stability and resiliency. 2. To mitigate fluctuations of variable renewable energy (VRE) generation and ensure seamless integration of VRE into the national grid. 3. To provide Black Start facility for ensuring fast restoration of the system |
| Scope of Work |
1. 120 MW / 60 MWh BESS at Ishwardi 230/132/33 kV substation 2. 40 MW / 20 MWh BESS at Bhulta 400/230/132 kV substation |
| Project Cost | Total Cost: 110150 Lakh BDT (PA= 54.60 mUSD) |
| Development Partner | ADB |
| Present Status | Feasibility Study ongoing |
| Estimated Duration | 01/10/2025 to 30/09/2027 |
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