Case Study: Altilium’s BESS Solution for Wind Energy in Asia Pacific
Challenge
BATTERY LIMITATIONS WITH WIND POWER: Most battery systems, especially those from China, can't handle wind variability without significant wear. When wind fluctuates, batteries constantly cycle between charging and discharging, counting each partial use as a full cycle, quickly degrading their lifespan.
CURTAILMENT: Wind turbines often face "curtailment" when excess power is generated—usually at night—leading energy companies to stop buying it. This results in "spilt power" as the turbines generate unused energy, wasting nearly 50% of their production potential.
PARASITIC LOAD: Even when idle, wind turbines draw power from the grid to keep critical components warmed and ready, costing operators substantial money (around $200,000 per year for a typical turbine).
Solution
Altilium offers CleanCell Technologies’ groundbreaking Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), known as the Smart BESS™, that integrates seamlessly with wind turbines to optimize energy storage and address operational challenges unique to wind energy applications.
Key features include:
INTELLIGENT CELL MANAGEMENT: Our Smart BESS Battery Module selectively charge and discharge individual cells using AI, avoiding full system cycling and extending battery life to match the turbine's lifespan. This approach allows for up to 18,000–20,000 cycles, compared to the 1,000–2,000 cycles seen with conventional systems.*
CURTAILMENT RECOVERY: During periods of curtailment, the Smart BESS captures up to 30% of otherwise wasted wind power, increasing saleable power and resulting in a substantial revenue boost for operators.
PARASITIC LOAD EFFICIENCY: Altilium’s solution offsets parasitic loads by drawing power from the Smart BESS rather than the grid. This eliminates the annual ~$200,000 expense typically incurred by operators, significantly lowering operational costs.
Economic Impact
The Smart BESS yields considerable financial advantages. By integrating a BESS solution, estimates suggest a revenue boost of up to 60-70%, converting otherwise lost energy into profitable, saleable power. A typical wind turbine could achieve a 15-year lifetime cash flow improvement of approximately $585,000 with Altilium’s Smart BESS system.
Technical Highlights
AI-ENCHANCED OPERATIONS: The Smart Battery Module maximizes daily energy usage, outperforming traditional systems by delivering 50-60% greater efficiency.
ENVIRONMENT COMMITMENT: The batteries in Altilium’s Smart BESS utilize CleanCell’s Lithium Ferro Phosphate (LFP) cells which are 100% recyclable, contain no toxic substances, and adhere to UK’s Anti-Slavery Act standards.
Market Outlook: Asia Pacific Region
The Asia Pacific region represents a high-growth opportunity for wind energy and battery storage solutions, fueled by ambitious renewable energy targets and government incentives to reduce reliance on coal and fossil fuels.
Key Drivers:
RISING RENEWABLE ENERGY ADOPTION: Countries like Japan, South Korea, and Australia rapidly advance wind power projects to meet renewable energy goals. Each faces unique challenges: Japan and South Korea manage grid stability amidst high population density and geographic constraints, while Australia deals with vast distances and significant demand variability. Such conditions underscore the need for resilient storage solutions, like the Smart BESS, to ensure reliable power supply and optimize wind energy efficiency.
GOVERMENT INCENTIVES: Across Asia Pacific, countries are implementing various incentives for renewable projects and storage solutions. Japan’s Renewable Energy Act and South Korea’s Green New Deal offer support for battery storage to enhance grid reliability and decrease fossil fuel reliance. In Southeast Asia, countries such as the Philippines and Thailand provide subsidies and tax benefits for storage-integrated renewable projects to reach their carbon reduction targets. These policies provide a strong foundation for Altilium’s Smart BESS, which offers a scalable, efficient solution for the region’s renewable energy goals.
With an expected wind capacity of over 120 GW by 2030, the Asia Pacific market is set to grow significantly, driven by energy transition policies and increased funding for sustainable technologies. Altilium’s Smart BESS powered by Cleancell Technologies is a crucial solution for regional operators, supporting wind power's full economic and environmental potential.
Contact Us
For more information on integrating Smart BESS into your wind energy infrastructure, contact info@altiliumgreen.energy, Contact Us, or +63 917 139 4455 (Whatsapp | Viber).
*Bloomberg New Energy Finance. Battery Pack Prices and Cycle Life Analysis. 2021. Bloomberg, [Subscription required for BNEF reports].
