IndiGrid commissions India’s first utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System

The project, India’s first regulated utility-scale standalone Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) with a capacity of 20 MW / 40 MWh in Delhi – Kilokari BESS Private Limited (KBPL) was awarded to IndiGrid in October 2023 by BSES Rajdhani Power Limited (BRPL).

IndiGrid announced the commissioning of India’s first regulated utility-scale standalone Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project with a capacity of 20 MW / 40 MWh in Delhi – Kilokari BESS Private Limited (KBPL).

The company’s maiden commercial BESS endeavour, KBPL marks a symbolic milestone in India’s energy transition journey and is a testament of its commitment towards building more resilient and sustainable power infrastructure. KBPL has been designed to seamlessly integrate renewable energy into the distribution level grid system, facilitate grid stabilisation, manage peak power demand, and address various ancillary needs.

The project was awarded to IndiGrid in October 2023 by BSES Rajdhani Power Limited (BRPL), and by the support of partners, Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP), Ampere-hour Energy (AHE) and IndiGrid’s other partners, KBPL has been commissioned in record time.

Commenting on the occasion, Harsh Shah, Chief Executive Officer, and Whole Time Director of IndiGrid, said, “We are excited to announce commissioning of KBPL on time and within budgets while maintaining the highest level of safety during the construction.”

“Battery energy storage is a key enabler of a resilient and efficient power system in India as the country moves toward a cleaner energy mix. The ability to store and dispatch power intelligently will be essential in maintaining grid stability and optimising renewable integration. This project represents a step forward in that direction, reinforcing our commitment to advancing the country’s energy infrastructure with innovative and sustainable solutions.”