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Are battery energy storage systems coming to Ottawa?

BESS: Battery Energy Storage Systems - Coming to Ottawa? Battery Energy storage was all the buzz in October and November 2023 for those of us interested in renewable energy and the energy transition. BESS technology has dramatically improved over the past decade and is now cost effective at utility scale.

Who built the first utility scale energy storage system in Ottawa?

The first utility scale energy storage system in the Ottawa area. CIMA+ was hired by PCL Constructors Canada Inc. as a consultant for their client Canadian Solar Solutions Inc. as they completed the design and construction of the Battery Energy Storage System (BESS).

What is Hydro Ottawa doing to improve Ottawa's electricity grid?

Over the next decade, Hydro Ottawa will be making significant investments to improve Ottawa’s electricity grid to adapt to the realities and demands of the 21st century. The goal is to modernize the grid so it is more efficient, reliable, resilient and sustainable.

How many inverters & battery racks does Hydro Ottawa have?

The project, delivered in EPC mode (engineering, procurement and construction), consists of two 2 MW inverters and 68 battery racks interconnected to Hydro Ottawa’s Ellwood substation and has a total system capacity of 4 MW/2.76 MWh.

Why is Hydro Ottawa preparing for the energy transition?

Understanding that electricity is fundamental to Canada’s energy transition and integral to successfully reduce emissions for both the transportation and building sectors, Hydro Ottawa has already begun preparing for this.

What is the largest energy storage procurement in Canada?

This represents the largest energy storage procurement ever in Canada. A report was tabled at the November 30, 2023 Agricultural and Rural Affairs Committee on four proposed BESS projects within Ottawa, one of which project received Council support, known as a Municipal Support Resolution [JCM1] (MSR).

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The City of Ottawa is proposing to establish official plan and zoning provisions for renewable energy generation and battery energy storage uses in accordance with new Official Plan policy.

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