Energy Transitions

Why Latvia’s first grid-scale battery is a breakthrough for the Baltics

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In this Energy Transitions podcast, Michael Hierholzer and Armin Fürderer of Rolls-Royce Power Systems, highlight the technical, operational and human aspects of this pioneering BESS project.

In this episode you will learn more about:

  • The pace of energy transition in the Baltic region, as well as current energy mix and market dynamics;
  • The BRELL disconnect and the impact it had on Latvia’s grid;
  • The opportunities that made Latvia’s first grid-scale BESS project possible and the challenges associated with the project;
  • How the system has been performing thus far;
  • How to mitigate cybersecurity risks for critical infrastructure like BESS;
  • Key learnings from the project that could be employed in projects throughout the region;
  • What’s next for Rolls-Royce Power systems in this region and in terms of BESS.

    • This episode is brought to you in partnership with Rolls-Royce Power Systems.

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