The path to a flexible energy infrastructure

Stand-alone storage systems are connected directly to the public grid, independently of generation facilities. For operators or suppliers, this offers maximum flexibility in terms of usage: the storage system can be used specifically to smooth out fluctuations in demand and generation, whilst actively participating in the energy markets. This creates additional revenue opportunities, whilst the electricity grid is stabilised through grid-supporting services.

In unrestricted co-location, battery storage systems are installed alongside generation facilities such as solar or wind parks without significantly restricting their marketing or operation. This ensures maximum economic freedom at the site: the storage system can be used flexibly to reduce curtailment, engage in energy trading or provide system services. This significantly increases the overall return on the generation facility.

Restricted co-location storage facilities share a grid connection with the generation plant and are subject to defined operational requirements. The focus here is on the optimal use of available grid capacity: feed-in peaks are reduced, curtailment is minimised and grid requirements are reliably met. At the same time, this improves the predictability of feed-in for operators or marketers – a significant advantage, particularly in the context of long-term PPAs.

With Green Co-Location, energy is specifically drawn from the connected generation plant to ensure that the green electricity used is of the highest quality. This enables a clear and transparent green energy balance – for example, for sustainable products, high-quality PPAs, or to achieve ambitious ESG and decarbonisation targets. In this way, renewable energy is not only utilised, but also made clearly verifiable.