{"id":1497,"date":"2024-07-18T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-07-18T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/canadiansolar-energy.co.jp\/en\/news_release\/?p=1497"},"modified":"2024-07-17T18:18:27","modified_gmt":"2024-07-17T09:18:27","slug":"canadian-solars-e-storage-to-deliver-498-mwh-dc-of-battery-storage-solutions-for-aypa-powers-bypass-project-in-texas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/canadiansolar-energy.co.jp\/en\/news_release\/2024\/1497.html","title":{"rendered":"CANADIAN SOLAR’S E-STORAGE TO DELIVER 498 MWH DC OF BATTERY STORAGE SOLUTIONS FOR AYPA POWER’S BYPASS PROJECT IN TEXAS"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

GUELPH, ON, July 9, 2024 \/PRNewswire\/ — Canadian Solar Inc<\/a>. (the “Company” or “Canadian Solar”) (NASDAQ: CSIQ) today announced that e-STORAGE<\/a>, which is part of the Company’s majority-owned subsidiary CSI Solar Co., Ltd. (“CSI Solar”), has secured a contract from Aypa Power (“Aypa”) to deliver a 498 MWh DC standalone battery energy storage system for Aypa’s Bypass Project. The Bypass Project is scheduled for completion in the third quarter of 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Strategically located in Fort Bend County near Thompsons, Texas, the Bypass Project will support the growing energy demand of the greater Houston area. It will utilize 106 units of e-STORAGE’s latest battery energy storage solution, SolBank 3.0<\/a>. The batteries will be paired with 65 power conversion systems and controllers. Each SolBank battery delivers 5 MWh of energy capacity in a 20-foot standardized container, featuring high-density lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) chemistry battery cells, an active balancing battery management system, and an innovative liquid cooling thermal management system to enhance operational efficiency, safety, and reliability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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After integrating and commissioning the project to commercial operation, e-STORAGE will provide ongoing operational support for the project under a Long-Term Service Agreement (LTSA).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Moe Hajabed, CEO of Aypa Power, <\/strong>commented, “We are pleased to continue our partnership with e-STORAGE on the Bypass Project. Utilizing their SolBank 3.0 technology, this project will enhance grid resiliency and support Houston’s growing energy needs. This collaboration underscores Aypa’s commitment to deploying efficient and dependable energy solutions. We look forward to the Bypass Project’s successful delivery and the positive impact it will have on strengthening the Texas grid.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Colin Parkin, President of e-STORAGE<\/strong>, added, “We are excited to announce our third project with Aypa Power by extending our partnership with the award of their Bypass Project. This brings our total commitment to providing Aypa with over 1.3 GWh of integrated energy storage capacity. Our ongoing collaboration with Aypa highlights our commitment to delivering innovative and sustainable energy storage solutions, meeting the diverse needs of our partners’ projects and communities.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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About e-STORAGE
<\/strong>e-STORAGE is a subsidiary of Canadian Solar and a leading company specializing in the design, manufacturing, and integration of battery energy storage systems for utility-scale applications. The Company offers its own proprietary LFP battery solution, comprehensive EPC services, and innovative solutions aimed at improving grid operations, integrating clean energy, and contributing to a sustainable future. e-STORAGE had US$2.5 billion of contracted backlog including contracted long-term services agreements as of March 2024. e-STORAGE has shipped close to 5.7 GWh of battery energy storage solutions to global markets, including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and China as of March 2024. This significant accomplishment solidifies e-STORAGE’s position as a key player in the global energy storage integration industry. Currently, the Company operates two fully automated, state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities with an annual production capacity of 20 GWh. e-STORAGE is fully equipped to continue providing high-quality, scalable energy storage solutions and contribute to the widespread adoption of clean energy. Please refer to the Media&PR section of the e-STORAGE website for images and additional information about e-STORAGE, follow the LinkedIn<\/a> page or visit www.csestorage.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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About Aypa Power
<\/strong>Aypa Power is a Blackstone portfolio company that develops, owns, and operates utility-scale energy storage and hybrid renewable energy projects. As an independent power producer, Aypa was founded with the purpose of reducing reliance on fossil fuels and making a positive impact in the fight against climate change, while improving grid reliability and resiliency. Aypa has been at the forefront of energy storage development since their first energy storage project came online in 2018. The company currently has more than 22 GW in development across North America. For more information, follow Aypa Power on LinkedIn<\/a> or visit www.aypa.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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