Large-scale energy storage for Switzerland: We are building a 65 MWh grid storage system
We’re excited to take an important step in Switzerland’s energy transition together with Primeo Energie. In Kappel, in the canton of Solothurn, one of the largest battery storage systems in Switzerland is currently under construction, with a total capacity of 65 megawatt-hours. The successful delivery of all system components marks a key milestone on the path to commissioning.
Storage system makes electricity more flexible
Primeo Energie will use our storage system to provide energy flexibility. The battery stores surplus electricity from renewable sources and feeds it back into the grid as needed. In this way, fluctuations can be balanced out and supply security can be significantly increased.
Sector
Energy supplier
Power
25 MVA
Capacity
65 MWh
End-to-end logistics – more than just hardware
The success of the project was not only determined by the delivery of the battery containers, but also by the overall logistical coordination. INTILION managed the entire transport chain from China to Switzerland – including shipping, customs clearance, and interim storage.
Instead of relying on a complex road transport solution, INTILION chose an alternative approach: all 16 containers were transported together by inland vessel along the Rhine, from Rotterdam to Birsfelden. This route was more efficient, safer, and eliminated the need for complex permits for heavy transports.
“Especially in international projects involving critical infrastructure, a secure, clean, and punctual supply chain is essential. This project has shown that we can fully manage even complex transports with sensitive components.” — Philipp Knaup, COO of INTILION AG
To optimally support the construction progress, INTILION organized a lithium-capable interim storage facility with the highest safety standards near the project site. This made it possible to adapt deliveries flexibly to the construction phases. In addition to the battery modules, transformers, inverters, control systems, and cabling materials were also stored there.
Our role in Switzerland’s Energy Transition
With this large-scale storage system, we are making an important contribution to implementing Switzerland’s Energy Strategy 2050. The country is pursuing the goal of transitioning its energy supply entirely to renewable sources by 2050.
“Large-scale battery storage systems will play an increasingly important role in stabilizing the power grid in the future.” — Frederik Süllwald, Head of Global Sales & Key Account Management, INTILION
Functionality and benefits
Our stand-alone storage system will help to
- Store surplus electricity efficiently
- Feed electricity into the grid as required
- Balance out weather-related fluctuations in renewable energy production
- Increase the reliability of the energy supply in Switzerland
«The large-scale system will be used to compensate for weather-related fluctuations in the area’s rapidly growing renewable electricity production. It will, therefore, help secure electricity supply and demonstrates Primeo Energie's commitment to providing effective solutions for a successful energy transformation»
Jan Baumann
Project Manager Energy & Regulatory at Primeo Energie
Conclusion:
This project consolidates our position as a leading provider of energy storage solutions in the DACH region and actively promotes a more sustainable energy future. Together we are shaping a reliable and green energy future!
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Customer
Primeo Energie
Münchenstein, Switzerland
Founded in 1897 as Genossenschaft Elektra Birseck (EBM), Primeo Energie is headquartered in Münchenstein, Switzerland. With total assets of CHF 2.8 billion, it reliably supplies private and business customers in Switzerland and France with energy at over 220,000 metering points. Under the motto “We bundle energy”, the company focuses on decarbonising the energy supply and offers intelligent solutions in the areas of smart homes, sustainable mobility and energy efficiency. These are aimed at private and business customers, energy supply companies, cities and municipalities. With around 700 employees, Primeo Energie is active along the entire value chain, from production and procurement to trading, storage and sales. The company is also committed to imparting knowledge to children and young people and supports over 300 local projects and charitable events in its grid area every year.
Location
Kappel, Switzerland
RES-Programme
The RES Project Switzerland is supported by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy as part of the Renewable Energy Solutions Programme of the German Energy Solutions Initiative.
German Energy Agency (dena)
The German Energy Agency (dena) is a centre of excellence for the applied energy transition and climate protection. dena studies the challenges of building a climate-neutral society and supports the German government in achieving its energy and climate policy objectives. Since its foundation in 2000, dena has worked to develop and implement solutions and bring together national and international partners from politics, industry, the scientific community and all parts of society. dena is a project enterprise and a public company owned by the German federal government. dena’s shareholder is the Federal Republic of Germany.
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German Energy Solutions Initiative
With the aim of positioning German technologies and know-how worldwide, the German Energy Solutions Initiative of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE) supports suppliers of climate-friendly energy solutions in opening up foreign markets. The focus lies on renewable energies, energy efficiency, smart grids and storage, as well as technologies such as power-to-gas and fuel cells. Aimed in particular at small and medium-sized enterprises, the German Energy Solutions Initiative supports participants through measures to prepare market entry as well as to prospect, develop and secure new markets.
Renewable Energy Solutions Programme (RES Programme)
With the RES programme, the German Energy Solutions Initiative of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE) helps German companies in the renewable energy and energy efficiency sectors enter new markets. Within the framework of the programme, reference plants are installed and marketed with the support of the German Energy Agency (dena). Information and training activities help ensure a sustainable market entry and demonstrate the quality of climate-friendly technologies made in Germany. https://www.german-energy-solutions.de/GES/Redaktion/DE/Dossiers/res-programm.html ↗
