UTILITY-SCALE BATTERY ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEMS (BESS)
4 - 5 AUGUST 2026
16 CDP Approved by ST; 13 CPD Approved by MySET
COURSE INTRODUCTION
This programme provides a practical overview of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems and their role in supporting the energy transition. Participants examine storage technologies, grid applications, system components, planning, performance, safety, project risk, standards and lifecycle considerations for more informed BESS decisions. Practical examples and guided discussion help participants connect the subject to decisions and challenges in their own workplace.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
By the end of this programme, participants should be able to:
- Explain how utility-scale energy storage supports grid flexibility and renewable integration.
- Compare battery and alternative storage technologies for different applications.
- Identify the functions of batteries, PCS, BMS and thermal-management systems.
- Evaluate performance, safety, lifecycle and project-risk indicators.
- Plan key development, construction, commissioning and operational considerations.
- Assess lifecycle cost, standards, decommissioning and grid-integration requirements.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This programme is suitable for engineers, asset managers, project developers, utility and renewable-energy professionals, regulators, manufacturers and operations teams involved in grid-scale energy storage.
COURSE CONTENT
- Energy transition, grid flexibility and the role of energy storage
- Classification and comparison of energy-storage technologies
- Grid-connected applications and electricity-market requirements
- BESS planning, project development and construction considerations
- Core system components: batteries, PCS, BMS and thermal management
- Technical performance indicators and project risks
- Safety, standards, lifecycle cost and decommissioning
