Who sanctioned battery energy storage systems in Georgia?

The systems are sanctioned by the Georgia Public Service Commission through the Integrated Resource Plan. Credit: Georgia Power. US-based electric utility Georgia Power has commenced construction of new battery energy storage systems (BESS) across the state of Georgia, totalling 765MW capacity.

Does Georgia Power have a Bess project?

Georgia Power is also collaborating with the Georgia PSC to procure an additional 1GW of BESS capacity through competitive bidding and is developing a 13MW demonstration project at Fort Stewart army installation near Savannah, Georgia.

How many Bess facilities are there in Georgia?

Construction is currently underway on 765 MW of new BESS strategically located across Georgia in Bibb, Lowndes, Floyd and Cherokee counties. In this week’s filings, the company is seeking approval of 10 new BESS facilities strategically placed on eight sites throughout the state with a total capacity of 3,022.5 MW.

What is Georgia Power's 530mw Bess project?

Stay proactive with real-time data and expert analysis. The largest of the projects, McGrau Ford Phase I and II BESS in Cherokee County, will have a combined capacity of 530MW. By using company-owned land and the same construction company, Georgia Power aims to achieve efficiencies in contracting and construction.

How many MW of new battery energy storage will be available?

An additional 1,000 MW of new battery energy storage is expected to be procured in the coming years through competitive bidding processes and a 13 MW demonstration project is in development at Fort Stewart Army Installation near Savannah, Georgia.

Which Bess facilities have been submitted to the Georgia PSC?

New BESS facilities submitted to the Georgia PSC include: Bowen Phases 1 & 2 (Bartow County): 500 MW BESS located at Plant Bowen. Hammond Phase 2 (Floyd County): 192.5 MW BESS. Phase 2 is an expansion of the 57.5 MW Hammond Phase 1 BESS currently under construction.