The Board of Directors of Elektroprivreda Crne Gore (EPCG) has approved the Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) project proposal, a crucial initiative aimed at enhancing sustainability, energy efficiency, and system stability.
The next step is to issue a public call for a feasibility study and conceptual design for the project.
According to the announcement, “The project task outlines that EPCG, as the leading electricity producer in Montenegro and one of the country’s major enterprises, aims not only to advance various renewable energy projects but also to optimize the utilization of all renewable energy sources.”
This initiative includes supporting the flexibility of the energy system through the development of lithium-ion battery storage systems.
BESS technology will enable the storage of surplus energy generated from renewable sources, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and supporting sustainable development.
The project plans to use existing grid infrastructure for connecting to the transmission network, with proposed locations including the Hydro Power Plant (HPP) Perućica, EPCG’s Nikšić Steelworks, and the Thermal Power Plant (TPP) Pljevlja.
Additionally, the project task includes installing a BESS with a five-megawatt-hour (MWh) capacity for the five-megawatt (MW) solar power plant at Kapino Polje.
“In alignment with global trends towards sustainable energy and reducing carbon dioxide emissions, this decision by EPCG continues to advance the efficiency of the energy system and the stability of energy supply. It also creates opportunities for integrating renewable sources and lowering costs for end-users,” the statement read.
Long-term, the implementation of BESS is expected to reduce electricity production and distribution costs, benefiting both the company and consumers.
“We expect this project to deliver significant benefits to society, positioning us as leaders in the transition to green energy,” EPCG representatives concluded.
