Adani Green to build world's largest single-location battery storage at Khavda, Gujarat
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BESS and renewable energy integration: a key GS3 topic for grid stability and energy transition.
Why in news
Adani Green Energy Ltd (AGEL) expanded its Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) capacity at Khavda, Gujarat, to 6.63 GWh, making it the world's largest single-location installation.
Background
The Khavda BESS facility uses lithium-ion battery technology integrated with Energy Management Systems (EMS) and automated telemetry. It accounts for over 50% of India's total operational BESS capacity of 12.6 GWh.
Facts for Prelims
- FactAGEL expanded BESS capacity at Khavda from 3.55 GWh in June 2026 to 6.63 GWh.
- FactThe 6.63 GWh BESS can power approximately two million homes daily.
- PlaceKhavda, Gujarat, is the site of the world's largest single-location battery storage installation.
- S&TThe BESS utilizes lithium-ion battery technology and automated telemetry for grid services.
- FactAGEL is developing a 30 GW renewable energy plant across 538 square kms of barren land at Khavda.
Prelims practice question
With reference to the Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at Khavda, consider the following statements:
- The facility utilizes sodium-ion battery technology integrated with manual telemetry.
- The Khavda facility is the world's largest single-location battery storage installation.
- The BESS capacity at Khavda is 6.63 GWh, which accounts for over 50% of India's total operational BESS capacity.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- (a)2 only
- (b)1 and 2 only
- (c)1 and 3 only
- (d)2 and 3 only
Show answer
Answer: (d) 2 and 3 only — Statements 2 and 3 are correct. Statement 1 is incorrect: It utilizes lithium-ion battery technology and automated telemetry.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) in achieving India's goal of a resilient and low-carbon power grid.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Grid stability: Addressing the intermittency of solar and wind power through large-scale dispatchable storage.
- Technological integration: Role of Energy Management Systems (EMS) and automated telemetry in optimizing battery lifecycle.
- Scale challenges: Infrastructure requirements for massive lithium-ion installations and land use for renewable hubs.
Keywords: Battery Energy Storage System · Grid Stability · Renewable Energy · Lithium-ion Technology · Dispatchable Power · Energy Management Systems
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