Germany/South Korea – NGK has recently partnered with BASF Stationary Energy Storage (BSES), a subsidiary of BASF SE, to deliver and operate a NAS battery system for G-Philos, a South Korean electric power systems manufacturer.
This battery system, located in Naju City, South Korea, is part of a demonstration project led by the Korea Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO) to evaluate the performance of stationary storage batteries and set standards for large-scale energy storage solutions in the country.
The NAS battery system in Naju consists of four battery containers and has a maximum power output of 1,000 kW-dc, with a dischargeable energy capacity of 5,800 kWh-dc. NGK’s NAS batteries were selected for this project due to their high reliability and extensive track record in stabilizing renewable energy sources. These batteries can handle the fluctuations in power generation associated with renewable sources and have received certifications and positive evaluation reports from UL Solutions, a renowned third-party safety science company.
Demonstration project
Looking ahead, G-Philos and the Korea Institute of Energy Research (KIER) are planning a P2G demonstration project for 2024, and they intend to order a NAS battery system with a higher capacity: 2,000 kW-dc power and 11,600 kWh-dc dischargeable energy. This system will serve as a backup power source to ensure stable hydrogen manufacturing using renewable energy.
