Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
and Grid Integration
17 – 21 November 2025
Sandton Centre, Johannesburg South Africa
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R19,999.00 Per Delegate
Course overview:
The transition to renewable energy sources has created a need for robust and flexible energy storage systems to manage variability and ensure grid stability. Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) play a critical role in modernizing the electricity grid by storing excess energy for use during peak demand, supporting frequency regulation, and improving overall grid reliability.
This course provides participants with in-depth knowledge of battery technologies, their operation, design, safety considerations, and how they can be effectively integrated into power systems. It also addresses regulatory frameworks, grid codes, and economic considerations that influence deployment decisions.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
1. Understand the fundamentals of battery energy storage technologies and their characteristics.
2. Evaluate the role of BESS in enhancing grid flexibility, reliability, and supporting renewable integration.
3. Analyze various configurations of grid-connected and behind-the-meter battery storage systems.
4. Explore control strategies and communication protocols for storage integration.
5. Understand grid codes, regulatory policies, and interconnection standards.
6. Conduct basic economic and technical feasibility assessments for BESS projects.
7. Address operational safety, environmental concerns, and cybersecurity risks.
8. Review case studies of successful BESS deployments across different markets.
Who Should Attend:
• Power utility engineers and grid operators
• Renewable energy project developers
• Electrical and energy engineers
• Energy regulators and policy makers
• Sustainability and energy consultants
• Academics and researchers in power systems
• Technicians involved in BESS maintenance and operations
• Financial analysts assessing BESS investments
Course Outline:
Module 1: Introduction to Energy Storage
• History and evolution of energy storage
• Overview of storage technologies (mechanical, thermal, chemical)
• Importance of battery storage in modern energy systems
Module 2: Battery Technologies and Characteristics
• Lithium-ion, Lead-acid, Flow batteries, Sodium-sulfur, etc.
• Energy density, efficiency, depth of discharge, life cycles
• Charging/discharging behaviors and degradation mechanisms
Module 3: Applications of Battery Storage
• Peak shaving and load leveling
• Frequency regulation and voltage support
• Black start and islanding operations
• Integration with solar, wind, and hybrid systems
Module 4: Grid Integration of Battery Storage
• Centralized vs decentralized storage systems
• Microgrids and distributed energy resources (DERs)
• Interconnection standards and grid codes
• Power electronics and inverters
Module 5: System Design and Sizing
• Project planning and technical design criteria
• Sizing for specific applications (e.g., time-shifting, resilience)
• Modeling and simulation tools
Module 6: Control, Communication, and Management Systems
• Battery Management Systems (BMS)
• Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)
• Communication protocols (e.g., IEC 61850)
• EMS integration and load forecasting
Module 7: Safety, Standards, and Environmental Considerations
• Fire hazards and thermal runaway
• Safety standards (UL 9540, NFPA 855, IEC standards)
• End-of-life management and recycling
• Environmental impact assessment
Module 8: Economics and Business Models
• Cost components and trends (CAPEX, OPEX)
• Business models: ownership, leasing, utility-scale, community storage
• Revenue streams: arbitrage, ancillary services, capacity markets
• Financial analysis and project bankability
Module 9: Regulatory and Policy Frameworks
• National and international regulatory trends
• Incentive schemes and tariffs
• Role of regulators and policy-makers
• Case studies of policy-driven adoption
Module 10: Case Studies and Emerging Trends
• International BESS projects and lessons learned
• Hybrid renewable + storage projects
• Second-life batteries and EV-to-grid concepts
End of the workshop
IN HOUSE AND ONLINE TRAINING
While both In-House and Online training can present with cost-effectiveness and time-efficacy, there are some very specific differences between in-house courses and those based online.
The demand for additional courses by individuals or groups of people is increasing. Still, it depends entirely on the preferences of a person what type of training he or she wants to receive. Online courses and in-house training carry some similarities but they are considered to exhibit some very pivotal differences too. Despite that, both types of learning can be really beneficial for attendees.
For Registration and other Training arrangements,
contact us on the detail below.
SOUTH AFRICA : +27 11 057 6001
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info@bmktraining.co.za / www.bmktraining.com
