ACME Solar Holdings has commissioned an additional 155 MW / 470.25 MWh of Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) capacity in Rajasthan, strengthening its position in India’s fast-growing energy storage sector. With this addition, the company’s total operational battery storage portfolio has reached 297.67 MW / 951.74 MWh.

The newly commissioned projects are part of ACME Solar’s larger plan to develop 835 MW / 3,114.64 MWh of battery storage capacity through its special purpose vehicles. These projects are connected to the Inter-State Transmission System, allowing the company to operate them on a merchant basis and earn revenue based on market electricity prices.

Under the merchant model, the Battery Energy Storage Systems will store electricity during periods of low demand when power prices are lower and release it during peak demand hours when prices are higher. This approach not only creates additional revenue opportunities for the company but also improves overall grid efficiency and stability.

Battery storage plays an important role in supporting renewable energy integration, especially as India increases its solar and wind power capacity. Since renewable energy generation can vary depending on weather conditions, storage systems help balance supply and demand by ensuring that electricity is available when needed.

The commissioning of these BESS projects aligns with India’s national energy strategy, which focuses on expanding clean energy while maintaining reliable power supply. Energy storage is considered essential for reducing intermittency issues, improving grid reliability, and enabling more efficient use of renewable resources across the country.

With the addition of new storage capacity in Rajasthan, ACME Solar continues to expand its presence in the renewable energy sector while contributing to the development of a more stable and flexible power grid in India.