Battery Storage Project Operation: Technical and Commercial Management from a Single Source
Commissioning marks the third and final project phase: the technical and commercial operation of large-scale battery storage systems. Our goal is to consistently maintain high plant availability, secure the lifespan of the assets, and make optimal economic use of the available storage capacity. This requires striking a balance between high utilization and gentle operation of the battery systems.
Technical Operation in Detail
Technical asset management covers all key tasks for monitoring and coordinating the ongoing technical operation of the facility.
BESS Monitoring, Maintenance, and Performance
The profitability of any battery storage system relies on reliable technical operation. Our asset management team coordinates and manages all relevant operation, maintenance, and servicing processes for the battery storage system. We keep a constant eye on plant availability, safety, and long-term performance to ensure stable and efficient operation throughout the entire lifecycle of the storage system.
Technical Coordination
As the central interface between all involved partners and service providers, we coordinate technical measures throughout the entire plant operation. This ensures that maintenance, operational, and optimization processes are efficiently aligned with one another.
BESS Monitoring and Operational Oversight
Our BESS monitoring system oversees storage facilities around the clock and continuously analyzes relevant operational data. This allows us to identify potential deviations early and initiate appropriate measures to ensure safe and reliable plant operation.
Maintenance and Repair
By combining preventive maintenance measures with targeted repairs, we ensure high technical asset availability and the long-term preservation of asset value.
BESS Performance Monitoring
Through continuous monitoring and analysis of BESS performance, we create transparency regarding the condition and capability of every asset. The data obtained forms the basis for continuously optimizing operating strategies, maintaining high availability, and efficiently utilizing available storage capacity over the long term.
HSE and Safe Plant Operation
Health, safety, and environmental protection are an integral part of every project phase at Kyon Energy. Our Asset Management team adheres to high HSE standards and establishes clear processes for safe and compliant plant operation. This lays the foundation for long-term, stable operation throughout the entire lifecycle of the asset.
Incident Management
In the event of an incident, we coordinate the collaboration between all involved parties and manage troubleshooting through clearly defined escalation processes. This creates the conditions for short response times, rapid restoration of plant operations, and consistently high asset availability.
Commercial Asset Management
Optimizing economic performance over the entire lifecycle
Our Commercial Asset Management team manages the economic performance of battery storage systems throughout their entire lifecycle.
By analyzing operational, market, and portfolio data, we make informed decisions regarding marketing strategy, budget planning, and asset optimization. In close coordination with Technical Asset Management, we ensure that economic goals, high asset availability, and the long-term performance of the battery systems are kept in balance.
Marketing battery storage capacity in electricity and flexibility markets
Successfully marketing a battery storage system requires far more than just participating in individual markets. Our focus is on the continuous analysis and optimization of the marketing strategy to maximize the economic performance of every asset over the long term. In doing so, we work closely with experienced marketing partners who handle the operational trade execution.
Through the close integration of technical and commercial operations, we ensure that the available flexibility of a storage system is used as efficiently as possible. In doing so, we consider both current market conditions and the long-term preservation of battery performance. We explain more about the individual revenue sources on our page regarding revenue potential.
Dahlem battery storage
From project developer to operator of proprietary battery storage systems
With the large-scale storage facility in Dahlem, Kyon Energy will take over the operation of its own battery storage system.
Questions & answers about the operation of battery storage projects
Technical operation includes 24/7 BESS monitoring, regular maintenance and servicing, ongoing performance monitoring, fault management, and the overarching asset management of the facility.
Commercial Asset Management controls the economic performance of a battery storage system. It analyzes market and operational data, optimizes marketing strategies, and develops measures to best utilize revenue potential while simultaneously considering the long-term performance of the facility.
We optimize the operating strategy of our battery storage systems based on market, operational, and performance data. At the same time, when developing cycle strategies, we ensure a balanced approach between battery degradation, system availability, and revenue potential. This allows us to secure sustainable and long-term successful use of the facility.
Project construction encompasses engineering, procurement, construction supervision, and commissioning of the facility. Project operation follows this phase: it includes ongoing technical and commercial management as well as the optimization of storage performance throughout the entire service life.
Kyon Energy manages selected battery storage systems itself, acting as an Independent Flexibility Provider (IFP). In this role, the company is responsible for the technical and commercial operation of the facilities, as well as the optimal utilization of their flexibility. The goal is to deploy battery storage in a way that contributes to grid stability, supports the integration of renewable energy, and responds to price signals in the electricity market. By combining project development, construction, operation, and the optimization of storage strategies across the value chain, Kyon Energy possesses the comprehensive expertise to ensure the long-term performance of the facilities and contribute to a more flexible energy system.
Environmental and safety aspects are an integral part of our project development and are incorporated into every phase of a project—from development and construction to operation. Nature conservation, technical, and infrastructure requirements are assessed and integrated into the planning at an early stage. Furthermore, Kyon Energy works continuously with authorities, specialist planners, and industry partners to further develop standards and processes for battery storage.
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