Cape Town Rainproof Power Station Generator BESS

How can Bess help South Africa's energy system?

Let’s talk: [email protected] As South Africa’s energy system navigates the dual challenges of loadshedding and renewable integration, we are actively developing and deploying BESS to enhance grid reliability, optimise energy use, and unlock economic value for large power users.

What is Bess & how can it help South Africa?

With South Africa facing ongoing electricity challenges, BESS is a crucial technology to improve energy reliability, reduce reliance on Eskom, and accelerate the transition to a sustainable energy future. BESS, Battery Energy Storage System. Advanced solutions that store electricity in rechargeable batteries for later use.

What does the Red Sands Bess project mean for South Africa?

The project will span approximately five hectares and involves substantial upgrades to Eskom’s and the NTCSA’s grid infrastructure. The Red Sands BESS will ease transmission and distribution congestion in the Northern Cape, strengthening South Africa’s energy infrastructure and supporting a more resilient and decarbonized power sector.

When will Bess Phase 1 be completed in South Africa?

As per the latest schedule, phase I is anticipated to be completed by end of year 2023. The BESS rollout has been scheduled for construction in the regions of the Western Cape, Eastern Cape, Northern Cape, and KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa.