ScottMadden»Insights Library»Minute»First Utility-Scale Battery Storage System in MISO Region Comes Online

First Utility-Scale Battery Storage System in MISO Region Comes Online

In May 2016, Indianapolis Power and Light (IPL) brought online the first utility-scale battery storage system in the Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) region. IPL reports the system will be used to provide frequency regulation, as well as other reliability services.

Key Details

The 20-MW lithium-ion battery is capable of providing frequency regulation in milliseconds, whereas traditional generation takes minutes to provide frequency regulation
The battery system will also support operations by instantaneously matching electricity supply and demand and by increasing the ability to balance out variable renewable resources
IPL also noted an interest in leveraging the battery system in the future to provide additional grid reliability services
IPL announced the interconnection of the system at the White House Summit on energy storage and renewable energy integration in June 2016
The system is located at IPL’s Harding Street Generation Station

Implications

MISO has the potential to become an emerging battery storage market. In addition to gaining operational experience from the IPL system, the RTO is working to reform tariffs to accommodate medium-term storage.

More Information

Utility Dive: First battery storage project begins operating in MISO

Utility Dive: How MISO is reforming market rules to spur storage deployment

This report is part of the Clean Tech and Sustainability Minute series. To view all featured Minutes, please click here.

Additional Contributing Author: Brian Riefler

Contributing Authors

Chris Vlahoplus Internal Advisor

Paul Quinlan Clean Tech Manager

May we suggest:

Decarbonization and RIIO in the United Kingdom

During a recent fact-finding trip to the U.K., led by SEPA, we gathered practical lessons for the U.S. and new approaches to growing challenges in the industry. Dive into this new article, featured by Public Utilities Fortnightly, for key details.

The Things You Always Wanted to Know, but Were too Afraid to Ask, about Energy Storage

As energy storage, especially battery storage, continues to see market gains, interest is growing in the technology. But what are some of the complexities of introducing battery storage into the marketplace? Dive into this new video to find out.

51st State Perspectives: Massachusetts: A Great Clean Energy Story – DERs and the Next Chapter

How is Massachusetts adopting energy efficiency and renewable energy resources? Learn about their initiatives to support clean energy goals, including renewables and energy efficiency in this report.

While You Were Sleeping: The Unnoticed Loss of Carbon-free Generation in the United States

The United States has embarked on actions to combat climate change by putting a focus on lowering carbon emissions in the electric generation sector, which includes wind, solar, and nuclear. This white paper discusses the consequences of losing an important part of the electric generation sector: nuclear.

Clean Tech &
Sustainability

We work step-by-step with clients to ensure each project’s success. Our strong team of consultants employs an adaptable framework to guide clients to the best decision for their unique situations. We do what we say we are going to do, with integrity, tenacity, and a genuine passion for the work throughout the entire project.

Learn more about our Clean Tech & Sustainability practice area.

Let's get the conversation started.
404.814.0020
info@scottmadden.com

Or let us get in touch with you: Contact Form

First Utility-Scale Battery Storage System in MISO Region Comes Online

Welcome to ScottMadden!