Benefits of battery storage

On our isolated grid, one of the main challenges we face is meeting large demands for electricity (known as peak demands) during winter months, when water levels are low and customers' need for electricity is high. That’s why we have liquefied natural gas (LNG) and diesel engine generators. We turn to them when there’s not enough renewable resources to generate the electricity Yukoners need.

The Whitehorse Grid-Scale Battery Energy Storage System is being integrated into Yukon Energy's electrical system and will provide stored energy during periods of peak demand, helping to improve reliability and reduce reliance on thermal generation

Other benefits of the grid-scale battery storage system include the following:

• It’s a sustainable solution. The battery storage system uses renewable electricity to help meet peak demands for power.
• Restores power outages faster. By always being “on” the battery storage system serves as a quick and easy source of electricity that can be turned on at the flip of a switch in a power outage.
• Improves grid reliability. Using the battery storage system during sudden outages or an unexpected decrease in electricity demand helps ensure grid stability.
• Supports intermittent renewable sources. The battery storage system will help support intermittent renewable sources like wind and solar.