- Trina Storage has successfully commissioned SMS plc's 50MW BESS project in 
Burwell, Cambridgeshire, UK 

Trina Storage, launched in January 2021 as a global energy storage solution 
provider, today announced that it has successfully completed the supply of 
their first 50 MW / 56.2 MWh fully integrated grid-scale battery storage system 
in Burwell, UK for SMS plc. Now operational, the storage system will support 
the UK grid to become more flexible & resilient, further readying it for 
net-zero.

The 50 MW BESS project is owned & developed by UK's leading smart energy 
infrastructure provider, SMS plc, constructed by Ethical Power while Trina 
Storage supplied, commissioned and tested the system. This system provides 
balancing services to the UK's National Grid following its commercial 
operations.

The full wrapped system solution, consisting of Lithium ion battery racks, PCS 
and transformer units, was designed to maximize system performance as well as 
increase battery life with safety at the heart of engineering process. It is 
further equipped with modular, flexible and scalable Power Plant Controller 
(PPC) and SCADA according to latest IT standards to control, monitor as well as 
optimize system performance. A flexible capacity warranty covering full system 
supply (including commissioning and standard product warranty) as well as 
preventive maintenance is also provided.

By forging an end-to-end partnership with SMS plc and third parties, Trina 
Storage reduced complexity and project delivery times with their expertise in 
supply chain. Its dedicated procurement teams also enabled SMS plc to achieve 
cost optimization on system level and reduce supply risks, leveraging Trina 
Storage's group buying power. 

Quality and safety compliances were also ensured with safety checkpoints 
defined and conformed from hardware certifications to project delivery. The 
Site Acceptance Tests further ensures that the system is fully operational and 
compliant with the UK's G99 grid regulations.

"Commissioning of the Burwell plant marks our first successful system delivery 
in the UK. It's an important milestone for us. It stands testimony to our 
excellent delivery capabilities. The UK is well on track to achieve its 
net-zero target and we are glad to be leading this energy transition." said 
Terry Chen, Head of Overseas Energy Storage Business, "Together with our 
customers and partners, we are dedicated to creating a cleaner, greener, and 
more sustainable world while optimizing financial returns."

SOURCE  Trina Solar Co., Ltd


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