Bridge Renewable Energy and WATTMORE have recently signed an agreement with Lincoln Electric System (LES), a prominent utility in Nebraska, for the development and construction of a groundbreaking 3 MW / 12 MWh energy storage project. This ambitious initiative is set to play a pivotal role in bolstering the local electric grid’s reliability and resilience while simultaneously supporting LES’s existing community microgrid. The project, which will be strategically located near an electric substation in Lincoln, Nebraska, stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts aimed at modernizing energy infrastructures. According to Emeka Anyanwu, CEO of LES, the primary focus is on the provision of reliable and affordable clean energy solutions that can significantly enhance future grid reliability.
As the demand for sustainable energy solutions continues to rise, the new energy storage project will offer LES much-needed practical experience in battery storage technology. Jonathan W. Postal, founder and CEO of WATTMORE, has expressed his enthusiasm for the project, particularly the utilization of their Intellect Operate Energy Management System (EMS). Tailored for the unique needs of municipal utilities, WATTMORE’s Intellect Operate EMS is designed to optimize battery operations and enhance overall grid performance comprehensively. Bridge Renewable Energy, represented by Adam Haughton, looks forward to delivering a customized solution that will augment LES’s system reliability and flexibility.
Advancements in Energy Storage Technology
The innovative energy storage system to be used in this project will incorporate 12 MWh of Eos’s U.S.-manufactured, third-generation Znyth zinc aqueous batteries. These batteries are specifically designed for long-duration, non-flammable energy storage applications, making them a safe and reliable option for grid stabilization. Justin Vagnozzi, Senior Vice President of Global Sales at Eos, emphasizes that this project highlights the crucial role energy storage plays in supporting economic growth, enhancing energy system reliability and security, and advancing clean energy goals.
WATTMORE’s Energy Management System software utilizes cutting-edge machine learning and analytics to optimize the use of the batteries. The intelligent EMS ensures efficient power dispatch, charging, discharging, and continuous monitoring of the battery’s state of health. By leveraging these advanced technologies, the project aims to provide LES with increased grid reliability and community resilience, particularly during potential downtown outages. The focus on machine learning ensures that the system can adapt and respond to the dynamic demands of the grid, making the energy distribution process both efficient and seamless.
Benefits to the Community and Future Prospects
Bridge Renewable Energy and WATTMORE have partnered with Lincoln Electric System (LES), a leading utility in Nebraska, to develop a pioneering 3 MW / 12 MWh energy storage project. This initiative aims to enhance the reliability and resilience of the local electric grid while supporting LES’s community microgrid. Strategically located near a substation in Lincoln, Nebraska, this project is a significant step towards modernizing energy infrastructure.
Emeka Anyanwu, CEO of LES, emphasized that the project’s primary aim is to provide reliable and affordable clean energy, significantly boosting future grid reliability. Given the rising demand for sustainable energy solutions, this energy storage project will give LES valuable experience in battery storage technology. Jonathan W. Postal, founder and CEO of WATTMORE, is excited about leveraging their Intellect Operate Energy Management System (EMS) for the project. Designed specifically for municipal utilities, the Intellect Operate EMS optimizes battery operations and enhances grid performance. Adam Haughton of Bridge Renewable Energy is eager to deliver a customized solution to improve LES’s system reliability and flexibility.
