Your energy consumption can become a strategic asset.
In addition to reducing costs, some industrial facilities can generate additional revenue by participating in active demand response programs (SRAD).
We assess whether your plant meets the technical and operational requirements to unlock this opportunity.
WHEN DOES IT MAKE SENSE TO IMPLEMENT A BESS?
Identify whether your facility fits one of these strategic scenarios.
INDUSTRY
• Power demand spikes at specific times, leading to additional costs or penalties.
• The cost per kWh varies significantly, making energy bills difficult to predict.
• There is surplus PV generation that is wasted or not used at the most convenient times.
• You want to evaluate participation in SRAD programs but are unsure whether your installation meets the requirements or what potential return it could generate.
SOLAR PLANT
• You generate energy when market prices are low and cannot shift it to more profitable hours.
• There are grid export limitations or curtailments during certain time periods (if applicable).
• You are interested in participating in balancing services (e.g. tertiary reserve) but need to validate technical feasibility and representation schemes.
• Plant operation is constrained by ramp limits or operational setpoints, resulting in limited flexibility.
What is a BESS system?
Energy storage with active management capabilities
A BESS (Battery Energy Storage System) is a battery-based energy storage solution that allows industrial facilities to actively manage their electricity consumption.
It goes beyond simply storing energy.
It introduces decision-making capabilities regarding when to consume energy from the grid, when to use stored energy, and how to balance internal demand.
In industrial environments, this translates into greater operational control and flexibility.
An integrated energy management system
Unlike a conventional battery, a BESS integrates several components that optimize energy flows within the plant:
• Energy Management System (EMS)
• Battery Management System (BMS)
• AC/DC inverters
• Automated charge and discharge control
The coordination of these elements allows storage, consumption, and generation to be managed efficiently.
Is it the same as a home battery?
No.
An industrial BESS is designed to manage the power levels and consumption profiles typical of productive environments, integrating with existing infrastructure and the plant’s energy management systems.
From consuming energy to MANAGING IT
How a BESS system works
A simple process for advanced energy management.
Energy storage
The system stores energy from the grid or on-site generation for later use.
Intelligent management
The system determines when to charge or discharge the battery based on consumption patterns and energy conditions.
Optimized energy use
Stored energy is used at the moments when it provides the greatest value to the facility.
Example of operation
Industry with indexed energy pricing
Energy arbitrage + balancing services (tertiary reserve)
In an hourly indexed contract, energy prices fluctuate throughout the day. A BESS managed by an EMS can take advantage of these variations: it charges when prices are low and discharges when prices rise, reducing the effective cost of energy consumption without affecting production.
Additionally, when viable, the BESS can reserve capacity to participate in balancing services (e.g. tertiary reserve) through the corresponding operational or representation scheme.
How it operates during a typical day:
Energy arbitrage (time-shifting)
The EMS charges during low-price hours and discharges during high-price hours.
Example:
Buying energy at €45/MWh and avoiding purchases at €125/MWh, shifting approximately 3 MWh, can generate around 200 €/day.
Tertiary reserve (additional flexibility)
The EMS maintains a reserve (e.g. 1 MW for 4 hours) to respond when requested, without affecting industrial operations.
Potential additional value:
Approximately ~70–150 €/day (depending on market conditions and representation scheme).
Estimated annual results
Energy arbitrage: ~€50,000/year
Tertiary reserve: ~€18,000–€37,500/year
Estimated total: ~€68,000–€87,500/year
Operational priority
The EMS strategy always prioritizes process continuity and operational safety.
Economic optimization is performed within the electrical and operational limits defined for the plant.
*Indicative ranges. Actual value depends on consumption profile, hourly prices, system sizing, availability, and operational scheme.
Why install industrial batteries?
Key advantages your business cannot ignore
Energy arbitrage (AI-driven)
Buy energy when prices are low and use it when prices are high. Take advantage of low-tariff periods to store energy and maximize its value when prices increase. More savings. More control. More intelligence.
Peak shaving
Surplus energy management
Energy backup
What does a BESS bring to an industrial facility?
CONTROL
Greater ability to decide when and how energy is used within the facility.FLEXIBILITY
Dynamic adaptation of energy consumption without affecting production processes.STABILITY
Reduced exposure to demand peaks and greater energy predictability.RESILIENCE
An infrastructure prepared for new energy scenarios and management models.
CONTROL
FLEXIBILITY
STABILITY
RESILIENCE
Integration of energy storage
With or without photovoltaic generation, BESS adapts to each scenario.
BESS WITHOUT photovoltaic generation
Energy storage systems provide value even without on-site generation, enabling optimization of energy purchased from the grid.
Shift energy consumption over time by using stored energy when it is most beneficial for the facility’s operation.
Adapt consumption profiles without modifying production processes or daily plant operations.
Reduce exposure to demand peaks and increase predictability in energy behavior.
BESS WITH photovoltaic generation
When combined with photovoltaic generation, a BESS system maximizes the use of energy produced on site.
Store photovoltaic energy that is not consumed at the time of generation for later use.
Increase the percentage of renewable energy used directly within the facility, reducing dependence on the grid.
Optimize the use of generated energy by aligning production, storage, and consumption with the plant’s actual needs.
A solution tailored to each project
From energy analysis to system commissioning.
Energy storage solutions catalog
Access technical documentation on the main BESS solutions and their applications in industrial environments.
A resource designed to explore energy storage options and their integration possibilities.
- BESS system typologies
- Industrial application scenarios
- General integration criteria
- Technical and operational considerations
Frequently Asked Questions
These are some of the most common questions related to BESS energy storage systems in industrial installations.
A BESS (Battery Energy Storage System) is a battery-based energy storage solution that allows electricity to be stored and used in a controlled way according to the facility’s needs.
In industrial environments, BESS systems help improve energy consumption management, provide operational flexibility, reduce demand peaks, and facilitate the integration of renewable generation such as photovoltaics.
No. A BESS can add value both in facilities with photovoltaic generation and in those without their own production.
In facilities without PV generation, a BESS optimizes the use of energy purchased from the grid, manages demand, and improves consumption stability. When PV generation is available, storage also enables the use of surplus energy and increases self-consumption.
A BESS mainly provides greater control and flexibility in energy management.
It allows companies to decide when and how to use available energy, adapt consumption without affecting production processes, and reduce exposure to demand peaks.
It also improves energy predictability and prepares the facility for increasingly dynamic and variable energy scenarios.
BESS sizing is based on a detailed energy analysis of the facility.
This analysis considers consumption profiles, power demand, existing infrastructure, potential renewable generation, and the project’s energy objectives.
Each system is specifically designed to ensure the storage capacity and configuration match the real conditions of the installation.
No.
BESS systems are integrated into the facility’s electrical infrastructure without interfering with production processes or daily operations.
Storage management is coordinated with existing consumption to ensure production and plant operation remain unaffected.
BESS systems are applicable to a wide range of industrial sectors, particularly those with significant electricity consumption or variable demand profiles.
Any industrial facility seeking to improve energy control, increase flexibility, or integrate renewable generation can benefit from an energy storage solution.
Yes.
Energy storage through BESS systems is a key technology for the evolution of the electrical system toward a more flexible and efficient model.
BESS systems are prepared to adapt to new energy scenarios, the growing penetration of renewables, and the evolution of power system management and operation models.
Want to assess the feasibility of a BESS system for your facility?
Our team will support you in the technical and energy evaluation of your project.
