- The Antwerp battery project has a power rating of 25 MW and capacity of 75 MWh.
- The installation will be operational by the end of 2024.
- The project uses 40 Intensium Max High Energy lithium-ion containers supplied by Saft.
- TotalEnergies has a portfolio of 450,000 BtC and 100,000 BtB electricity sites in Belgium.
Project Overview
TotalEnergies has initiated a battery energy storage project at its Antwerp refinery in Belgium. The installation boasts a power rating of 25 MW and a capacity of 75 MWh, sufficient to meet the daily consumption of nearly 10,000 households.
Key Features
This project will be the largest battery installation in Europe for TotalEnergies, utilizing 40 Intensium Max High Energy lithium-ion containers supplied by Saft, a subsidiary of TotalEnergies. The system is designed to smooth power fluctuations, ensure grid security, and integrate more renewable electricity into the grid.
Timeline and Location
The installation is expected to be operational by the end of 2024. Located on the Antwerp refinery site, the project will benefit from the available land and existing grid connections.
Strategic Importance
This initiative is a significant step in TotalEnergies' development of battery energy storage systems (BESS), reinforcing its presence across the entire electricity value chain in Belgium. The project aims to address the intermittency of renewable energies and support grid balancing.
Electricity in Belgium
In Belgium, TotalEnergies is a major player in the electricity sector, with a portfolio of 450,000 BtC sites and around 100,000 BtB sites. The company relies on various energy sources, including the Marchienne-au-Pont CCGT power plant, the Plate-Taille hydroelectric dam, and a wind farm in the North Sea. Additionally, TotalEnergies is developing solar and onshore wind projects and operates numerous electric vehicle charging points across major Belgian cities.
