April 12, 2023
Energy storage techniques producer ESS Tech Inc. will ship three Energy Warehouse techniques to Coldwell Solar. The techniques can be put in in a solar + storage microgrid at Roederer Estate, Scharffenberger Cellars and Domaine Anderson, California wineries in Mendocino County recognized for his or her glowing and nonetheless wines.
Caldwell Solar is a significant developer and builder of renewable energy initiatives for California’s industrial, agricultural and utility sectors. The firm labored with the wineries to design a system that met their wants and the microgrid is anticipated to be operational in late 2023.
“The wineries needed an energy storage solution that could withstand the elements and operate safely in a wildfire-prone region,” stated Sean Hood, COO of Coldwell Solar. “With its inherent safety and low carbon footprint, ESS technology was the only option that meets the energy resilience and sustainability needs of our customer.”
The ESS answer will safeguard Roederer Estate, Scharffenberger Cellars and Domaine Anderson in opposition to the impacts of Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) occasions and different grid interruptions to make sure resilient vineyard operations 24/7, demonstrating the important thing function that energy storage can play in rural agricultural purposes and supporting the operations of a significant employer within the area. In addition, the vineyard will keep away from vital demand fees and notice energy financial savings by using ESS expertise to scale back grid electrical energy use throughout peak intervals. The means to scale back grid demand throughout late afternoon and night intervals can even assist the steadiness of the native grid.
“Our safe and sustainable long-duration energy storage systems are ideally suited to a wide variety of commercial and industrial applications,” stated Hugh McDermott, SVP of enterprise improvement for ESS. “We’re pleased to support these wineries’ commitment to sustainability while providing the energy security needed to continue delivering economic benefits to the Mendocino region.”
ESS’ long-duration energy storage expertise is protected and non-toxic, making it supreme for wildfire susceptible areas. The firm’s battery modules have been licensed to the UL 9540A and UL 1973 requirements, affirming ESS modules’ high quality, resilience and skill to function safely.
ESS iron circulation expertise supplies cost-effective long-duration energy storage and is good for purposes that require as much as 12 hours of versatile energy capability. ESS expertise is protected, non-toxic and has a 25-year design life with out capability fade.
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