AmpereHour Energy and IndiGrid have commissioned India’s first large-scale standalone Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in Gujarat, marking a major milestone in the country’s clean energy transition. The 180 MW / 360 MWh facility, located at a Gujarat Energy Transmission Corporation (GETCO) substation, is among the largest utility-scale standalone battery storage projects in India and Asia. Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam (GUVNL) serves as the primary power off-taker for the project.
Built using insights from an earlier 40 MWh battery storage project in Delhi, the development team employed advanced simulation studies to optimise the entire electrical infrastructure, from the 220 kV grid connection to DC systems. AmpereHour’s proprietary ELINA EMS and AH Suite software played a crucial role in ensuring seamless technology integration and efficient contractor coordination.
This project significantly strengthens Gujarat’s renewable energy ecosystem, increasing the state’s battery storage capacity to approximately 870 MW. The BESS will help stabilise the power grid by storing excess renewable energy during low-demand periods and releasing it during peak consumption hours. This capability supports round-the-clock renewable power availability, enhancing grid reliability while accelerating Gujarat’s broader clean energy ambitions.
