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Canadian Solar to Deliver 960 MWh Energy Storage in Australia with CIP

Canadian Solar, through its subsidiary e-STORAGE, has signed an agreement with Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners to deliver a 960 MWh energy storage system in Australia. The Summerfield project, located in South Australia, will begin construction in 2025 and will be one of the largest in the country.

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Canadian Solar Inc., through its subsidiary e-STORAGE, has signed a contract with Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) for the supply of a 240 MW/960 MWh energy storage system in South Australia. This project, named Summerfield, will be located in Murraylands, approximately 55 kilometers east of Adelaide, near Mannum.

A Major Project for the Australian Market

The Summerfield project will be one of the largest battery energy storage systems in Australia. e-STORAGE, a recognized player in the energy storage solutions sector, will provide and integrate more than 200 SolBank 3.0 battery containers. The company will also offer engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services, along with long-term operational support under a service agreement with CIP.

A Strategic Partnership for Energy Storage

This project is part of Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners’ expansion strategy in the Australian energy storage market. According to Jørn Hammer, head of CIP in Australia, the deployment of large-scale storage solutions is essential for ensuring grid stability and optimizing the management of renewable energy production.

A Key Market for e-STORAGE

With over 1.5 GWh of energy storage projects currently under development in Australia, e-STORAGE is strengthening its presence in the country. Colin Parkin, president of e-STORAGE, emphasized that this agreement reflects the company’s technological capabilities and execution expertise, positioning it as a key supplier of energy storage solutions.

Project Timeline and Outlook

The Summerfield project is set to begin construction in 2025. Once operational, it will enhance the utilization of intermittent energy by storing excess electricity generated during the day and redistributing it during peak demand periods.

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