BP chooses Hithium in Queensland LiFePo4 Battery (640MWh BESS)
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Lightsource BP, a global leader in renewable energy development, has partnered with Hithium, a prominent energy storage solutions provider, to supply a 640 MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) for the Woolooga Solar Farm in Queensland, Australia.
Project Overview
The Woolooga Solar Farm, located in Queensland’s Lower Wonga region, comprises three sites totaling 214 MWp of generation capacity, sharing a 176 MWac grid export connection. The integration of a 222 MW/640 MWh BESS will enhance the farm’s ability to store and dispatch solar energy, thereby improving grid stability and reliability.
Hithium’s 5 MWh BESS Containers
This project marks the first deployment in Australia of Hithium’s 5 MWh containerized BESS solution. Each 20-foot container houses prismatic 314 Ah lithium iron phosphate (LFP) cells, offering a 25-year warranty. These double-length modules with an IP67 protection rating provide 40% more energy compared to previous generations, optimizing space and performance.
Partnerships and Operations
Hithium is collaborating with INTEC Energy Solutions to deliver full Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) services, along with 25 years of operation and maintenance for the Woolooga BESS Stage 1 project. This partnership aims to ensure the project’s long-term efficiency and reliability.
Environmental Impact and Sustainability
In line with sustainability goals, Envirostream Australia, a subsidiary of Livium, has signed an exclusive agreement with Hithium to recycle the lithium-ion batteries supplied for this project. This initiative underscores a commitment to responsible resource management and environmental stewardship.
Significance for Australia’s Renewable Energy Sector
The Woolooga BESS project represents a significant advancement in Australia’s renewable energy landscape. By integrating substantial energy storage capacity with solar generation, it addresses the challenges of renewable energy variability, providing optimized grid management, load regulation, and ensuring continuity and stability of supply.
This collaboration between Lightsource bp and Hithium not only enhances renewable energy integration in Australia but also sets a precedent for future large-scale energy storage projects in the region.
