Can a battery energy storage system complement a PV plant in Mexico?

An analysis was carried out to verify if it would be commercially feasible to operate a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) to complement the operation of a PV plant in the Mexican market. This PV plant would generate a revenue through the contracting via the 2015, 2016 or 2017 LTAs in Mexico.

How much does a power plant cost per MW?

This value is in line with typical market conditions worldwide, where the contracted operation of such services is typically between 150,000 USD and 400,000 USD (3 to 8 million MXN) per MW and year.

Is electrical energy storage system use case a source of revenue?

An Electrical Energy Storage System use case for the capacity component only exists if a capacity component was awarded in the auctions. Therefore, no revenue can be generated from the results of the 2015 auctions due to a lack of awarded capacity bids. However, capacity is a possible source of revenue from the 2016 and 2017 auctions.

What does Article 28 of the Energy Act mean for Mexico?

• Article 28: The amendment stipulates that the Mexican State will be the sole entity responsible for the national electricity system and its control. The amendment emphasizes preserving the country’s energy self-sufficiency to ensure low electricity rates without profit motives, and to guarantee national security and

Can energy storage systems be re-used?

As most energy storage systems are coupled through inverters, most best practices from PV and wind power plants can be re-used. Care has to be taken since EESS difer from PV and wind power plants since they do not only export energy, but import energy as well.