Project Overview

To improve energy efficiency and enhance power reliability, a commercial facility in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, deployed a 2MWh containerized battery energy storage system. The solution was designed to support peak shaving, provide backup power, and optimize energy consumption while supporting the customer's long-term sustainability goals.

The all-in-one container solution integrates batteries, PCS, BMS, EMS, and HVAC systems, enabling rapid deployment and simplified operation.

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Project Challenges

The customer was facing several energy-related challenges, including:

• Rising electricity costs during peak demand periods
• Increasing pressure to improve energy efficiency
• Concerns about grid stability and unexpected outages
• The need for a scalable energy storage solution
• Limited space and a preference for fast installation

A reliable and intelligent energy management solution was required to ensure continuous operation and reduce operational costs.

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Solution Highlights

To address these requirements, we provided a fully integrated container energy storage solution featuring:

• 2MWh LiFePO4 Battery Energy Storage System
• Pre-installed BMS, PCS, EMS, and HVAC
• Plug-and-play container design for rapid deployment
• Intelligent energy management and remote monitoring
• Peak shaving and backup power capabilities
• IP54-rated outdoor protection for harsh environments

The modular architecture also allows future expansion as energy demand grows.

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Project Benefits

✅ Reduced peak electricity demand charges

✅ Enhanced energy reliability and operational continuity

✅ Intelligent energy management with remote monitoring

✅ Lower overall energy costs

✅ Flexible and scalable system design

✅ Faster installation and simplified maintenance

✅ Improved sustainability and carbon reduction performance

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Specifying a Commercial BESS for a Similar Facility

For an EPC team specifying a battery energy storage system container, the starting point is the site's load profile and operating objective. This Riyadh case combines 2MWh of stored energy with integrated power conversion, battery management and energy management. The energy rating alone does not define the available discharge power or the duration of support for every load.

When comparing a commercial battery energy storage system, request the usable energy, PCS rating, cooling requirements and commissioning scope together. For battery storage for peak shaving, the control strategy should follow the facility's demand pattern and applicable tariff. Share interval consumption data and the required backup loads when discussing a comparable configuration.

Planning a similar installation? Share your site details and equipment requirements with Toyon Energy to discuss a project-specific supply proposal.

Conclusion

The 2MWh Container Battery Energy Storage System project in Riyadh demonstrates how commercial and industrial customers can improve energy resilience and optimize electricity usage through advanced battery storage technology.

With intelligent control, high-efficiency lithium batteries, and a modular containerized design, the solution delivers reliable power support while helping customers achieve long-term energy savings and sustainability goals.

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