Ameresco and United Power Celebrate Completing Construction of Colorado’s Largest Distributed Battery Energy Storage System to Enhance Resiliency and Energy Security
Ameresco (NYSE: AMRC) and United Power have completed construction of Colorado's largest distributed Battery Energy Storage System (BESS). The project includes eight advanced battery arrays providing 78.3 MW, 313.34 MWh of storage capacity across multiple sites in Adams, Broomfield, and Weld counties. This marks Ameresco's largest wholly owned BESS asset portfolio to date.
The system aims to enhance grid resilience, optimize renewable energy integration, and improve load balancing. Five sites are already operational, with the remaining three expected to be in service by summer's end. Ameresco has integrated Stem's AI-driven software for efficient operation and maintenance.
United Power's CEO, Mark A. Gabriel, emphasized the importance of these systems in creating a resilient and responsive power grid. The project represents a significant step towards a more sustainable and efficient energy future for Colorado's northern Front Range.
Ameresco (NYSE: AMRC) e United Power hanno completato la costruzione del più grande sistema di accumulo di energia a batteria distribuito (BESS) del Colorado. Il progetto include otto avanzati sistemi di batterie che forniscono 78,3 MW e 313,34 MWh di capacità di stoccaggio su più siti nei contea di Adams, Broomfield e Weld. Questo segna il portafoglio di BESS completamente posseduto più grande di Ameresco fino ad oggi.
Il sistema ha l'obiettivo di migliorare la resilienza della rete, ottimizzare l'integrazione delle energie rinnovabili e migliorare l'equilibrio del carico. Cinque siti sono già operativi, mentre gli altri tre dovrebbero essere attivi entro la fine dell'estate. Ameresco ha integrato il software basato su AI di Stem per un'operazione e manutenzione efficienti.
Il CEO di United Power, Mark A. Gabriel, ha sottolineato l'importanza di questi sistemi nel creare una rete elettrica resiliente e reattiva. Il progetto rappresenta un passo significativo verso un futuro energetico più sostenibile ed efficiente per la regione settentrionale del Colorado.
Ameresco (NYSE: AMRC) y United Power han completado la construcción del mayor sistema de almacenamiento de energía en batería distribuido (BESS) de Colorado. El proyecto incluye ocho avanzadas matrices de baterías que proporcionan 78.3 MW y 313.34 MWh de capacidad de almacenamiento en múltiples sitios en los condados de Adams, Broomfield y Weld. Esto marca la cartera de activos BESS de propiedad total más grande de Ameresco hasta la fecha.
El sistema tiene como objetivo mejorar la resiliencia de la red, optimizar la integración de energías renovables y mejorar el balance de carga. Cinco sitios ya están en funcionamiento, y se espera que los otros tres entren en operación antes de finales del verano. Ameresco ha integrado el software impulsado por AI de Stem para una operación y mantenimiento eficientes.
El CEO de United Power, Mark A. Gabriel, enfatizó la importancia de estos sistemas para crear una red eléctrica resiliente y receptiva. El proyecto representa un paso significativo hacia un futuro energético más sostenible y eficiente para la región norte del Colorado.
Ameresco (NYSE: AMRC)와 United Power가 콜로라도에서 가장 큰 분산형 배터리 에너지 저장 시스템(BESS)의 건설을 완료했습니다. 이 프로젝트는 아담스, 브룸필드 및 웰드 카운티에 걸쳐 78.3 MW, 313.34 MWh의 저장 용량을 제공하는 여덟 개의 첨단 배터리 배열을 포함합니다. 이는 Ameresco의 현재까지의 완전 소유 BESS 자산 포트폴리오 중 가장 큰 것을 의미합니다.
이 시스템은 그리드 회복력 강화, 재생 가능 에너지 통합 최적화 및 부하 균형 개선을 목적으로 하고 있습니다. 다섯 개의 사이트는 이미 운영 중이며, 나머지 세 개는 여름이 끝나기 전에 서비스에 들어갈 것으로 예상됩니다. Ameresco는 효율적인 운영 및 유지 관리를 위해 Stem의 AI 기반 소프트웨어를 통합했습니다.
United Power의 CEO인 Mark A. Gabriel은 이러한 시스템이 회복력 있고 반응하는 전력망을 만드는 데 중요한 역할을 한다고 강조했습니다. 이 프로젝트는 콜로라도 북부 전선에 대한 보다 지속 가능하고 효율적인 에너지 미래를 향한 중요한 진전을 나타냅니다.
Ameresco (NYSE: AMRC) et United Power ont achevé la construction du plus grand système de stockage d'énergie par batterie distribué (BESS) du Colorado. Le projet comprend huit systèmes de batteries avancés offrant 78,3 MW et 313,34 MWh de capacité de stockage sur plusieurs sites dans les comtés d'Adams, de Broomfield et de Weld. Cela marque le plus grand portefeuille d'actifs BESS entièrement détenu par Ameresco à ce jour.
Le système vise à améliorer la résilience du réseau électrique, à optimiser l'intégration des énergies renouvelables et à améliorer l'équilibrage des charges. Cinq sites sont déjà opérationnels, les trois autres devant entrer en service d'ici la fin de l'été. Ameresco a intégré le logiciel intelligent de Stem pour un fonctionnement et une maintenance efficaces.
Le PDG de United Power, Mark A. Gabriel, a souligné l'importance de ces systèmes pour créer un réseau électrique résilient et réactif. Le projet représente une étape significative vers un avenir énergétique plus durable et efficace pour la région nord du Colorado.
Ameresco (NYSE: AMRC) und United Power haben den Bau des größten dezentralen Batteriespeichersystems (BESS) in Colorado abgeschlossen. Das Projekt umfasst acht fortschrittliche Batteriesysteme, die 78,3 MW, 313,34 MWh Speicherkapazität an mehreren Standorten in den Bezirken Adams, Broomfield und Weld bereitstellen. Dies markiert das größte vollständig im Besitz von Ameresco befindliche BESS-Asset-Portfolio bis heute.
Das System zielt darauf ab, die Resilienz des Stromnetzes zu erhöhen, die Integration erneuerbarer Energien zu optimieren und die Lastenbalancierung zu verbessern. Fünf Standorte sind bereits in Betrieb, während die verbleibenden drei voraussichtlich bis Ende des Sommers in Betrieb genommen werden. Ameresco hat die KI-gesteuerte Software von Stem für einen effizienten Betrieb und Wartung integriert.
Der CEO von United Power, Mark A. Gabriel, hob die Bedeutung dieser Systeme hervor, um ein resilientes und reaktionsschnelles Stromnetz zu schaffen. Das Projekt stellt einen bedeutenden Schritt in Richtung einer nachhaltigeren und effizienteren Energiezukunft für Colorados nordlichen Front Range dar.
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Ameresco celebrates the completion of construction of the largest wholly owned BESS asset portfolio in its history
United Power and Ameresco celebrated the ribbon cutting ceremony at United Power's Bromley Substation located in
The assets are designed to provide 78.3 MW, 313.34 MWh of battery storage capacity to the United Power electric distribution system across multiple sites. Five of the sites have been placed in service and the remaining three sites are expected to be placed in service by the end of the summer. Strategically positioned throughout United Power’s service territory, these eight advanced battery arrays are pivotal in enabling United Power to enhance load balancing and integrate renewable resources seamlessly.
“The use of batteries on our distribution network is essential to a resilient and responsive power grid, and we are excited to be moving ahead with one of the most aggressive plans for such systems. These battery energy storage systems will allow us to balance our power needs throughout the day and incorporate local renewables more efficiently,” said Mark A. Gabriel, President and CEO of United Power.
The Ameresco-owned assets consist of four 11.75 MW and four 7.84 MW battery energy storage systems across the eight different substation sites owned by United Power, located in
“Partnering with United Power on these transformational battery energy storage systems has been incredible – in just under a year of working together we have accomplished so much,” said Jonathan Mancini, Senior Vice President, Ameresco. “The inclusion of this expansive set of assets in Ameresco’s portfolio is an amazing milestone for our team, as our largest wholly owned BESS asset portfolio to date. Energy storage plays – and will continue to play – a crucial role in enhancing grid reliability, optimizing renewable energy utilization, and fostering a resilient and efficient energy future. We look forward to continuing to help support utility companies in meeting increasing demand.”
Today, a ribbon-cutting ceremony was held to celebrate completing construction of the BESS assets. The event took place at United Power's Bromley Substation located in
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About United Power
United Power is a member-owned, not-for-profit electric cooperative, delivering electricity to homes, farms, and businesses throughout Colorado’s northern front range. The cooperative is one of the fastest-growing electric co-ops in the nation, serving more than 112,000 meters. It’s 900-square mile service territory extends from the mountains of
About Ameresco, Inc.
Founded in 2000, Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE:AMRC) is a leading cleantech integrator and renewable energy asset developer, owner and operator. Our comprehensive portfolio includes solutions that help customers reduce costs, decarbonize to net zero, and build energy resiliency while leveraging smart, connected technologies. From implementing energy efficiency and infrastructure upgrades to developing, constructing, and operating distributed energy resources – we are a trusted sustainability partner. Ameresco has successfully completed energy saving, environmentally responsible projects with Federal, state and local governments, utilities, healthcare and educational institutions, housing authorities, and commercial and industrial customers. With its corporate headquarters in
The announcement of the development of a renewable energy asset by Ameresco is not necessarily indicative of the timing or amount of revenue from such asset, of the company’s overall revenue for any particular period or of trends in the company’s overall total assets in development or operation. This project was included in our previously reported assets in development as of March 31, 2024.
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United Power: Trista L. Fugate, 303-637-1272, tfugate@unitedpower.com
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