S4 Energy, a company specialising in grid-scale energy storage , has launched the first 4-hour battery storage system (BESS) in the Netherlands. Located in Rilland, Zeeland, this 10 MW facility is designed to improve the stability and flexibility of the country’s electricity grid .
4-hour BESS system: the first of its kind in the Netherlands
With the accelerated growth in electricity demand and the integration of renewable sources , the energy infrastructure in the Netherlands faces significant challenges. According to Dominique Becker Hoff, CCO of S4 Energy, the BESS (Battery Energy Storage System) makes it possible to store energy in times of overcapacity and release it when demand is highest. This improves the efficiency of the system and also contributes to the stability of electricity costs for consumers.
The Rilland facility is the first of its kind in the Netherlands with the storage capacity to deliver 10 MW of power for 4 consecutive hours. While this alone cannot meet total energy demand, it represents a critical and scalable step forward in sustainable energy storage innovation and grid flexibility.
Becker Hoff stressed.
Energy storage is a critical element to maximise the use of renewable energy sources such as wind and solar . Without adequate storage mechanisms, the intermittency of these sources can affect grid reliability. S4 Energy’s new installation supports efficient electricity management and lays the foundation for future expansion in Europe.
Future plans
S4 Energy has announced plans to develop new storage facilities across Europe. This project in Rilland represents a scalable model that could be replicated in other countries looking to improve the flexibility of their electricity networks.
With this development, the Netherlands is taking a step forward in the transition towards a more resilient and sustainable electricity system, strengthening its infrastructure for the demands of the future.
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Source and photo: S4 Energy
