ReNews.Biz – Ameresco to Build 250MW Canadian Battery

Ameresco and partner Atura Power have been chosen to build a 250MW, 1000 megawatt hour (MWh) battery by the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) in Canada.

Ameresco and Atura Power, a subsidiary of Ontario Power Generation, will complete the project through a joint venture (JV) known as Napanee BESS.

Pursuant to the award, the JV will enter into a 20-year capacity agreement with the IESO.

In addition to being a 10.1% minority partner in Napanee BESS, Ameresco will provide engineering and construction (E&C) solutions and expertise for the installation of the BESS under separate contract with the JV.

This award builds on Ameresco’s proven expertise and execution on large utility-scale BESS systems. The JV looks forward to pursuing additional BESS opportunities throughout Ontario.

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