702 MW BESS Project 

 Romania

Code project: BESS-09


Sale Process Details

Percentage on Sale: 100% – 100%

Deal Type: Ready to Build stage

Process Comments: The Project offers a unique opportunity to acquire a large‑scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) with a total installed capacity of 702 MW, located in southern Romania.

The project has obtained all major permits and authorizations, including Urban Planning Certificate (CU), PUZ, Environmental License, and the Technical Connection Approval (ATR) issued by Transelectrica.

Grid connection is approved at 400 kV, with integration into the Arad–Mintia transmission line through the new 400/110 kV substation.

The seller is seeking an investment partner or full acquisition (100%) and is open to receiving Expressions of Interest (EOI) from qualified investors.

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About the Seller

The seller is a Romanian renewable energy developer with extensive experience in the execution of large-scale wind, solar photovoltaic, and energy storage projects.


The company manages a robust portfolio comprising multiple solar photovoltaic and hybrid projects in one of Europe’s key markets. Its pipeline in the country includes utility-scale solar developments alongside significant battery energy storage capacity (BESS), reflecting a strong positioning in high-growth and high-demand segments.


With a clear focus on technological innovation and sustainable value creation, the seller applies rigorous environmental, technical, and engineering standards across all its projects. Furthermore, it remains open to establishing long-term strategic partnerships aimed at supporting the continuous expansion and strengthening of its renewable energy platform.

General Information

Technology: Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)

Total Installed Capacity: 702 MW / 1,404 MWh

Project Status:Ready‑to‑Build (RTB) — all major permits and grid‑connection approvals secured Development Stage: Fully permitted; grid integration approved by Transelectrica (ATR No. 8632787)

Battery Technology: Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) System Configuration: Modular, containerised utility‑scale design

Cycle Duration: 2 hours

Applications:

  • Energy arbitrage
  • Grid services (FCR, aFRR, mFRR)
  • Balancing & flexibility services
  • Congestion management

Other Details: The project is prepared for immediate construction, with EPC award expected in Q1 2027 and COD targeted for Q4 2027.

BESS Details & Design

Installed Capacity (Power): 702 MW Installed Capacity (Energy): 1,404 MWh (≈ 2,282,342 Ah total storage capacity) Cycle Duration: 2 hours Development Status: Fully permitted — Ready to Build (RtB) Grid Connection: Approved at 400 kV via Lipova 400/110 kV substation (Transelectrica ATR No. 8632787)

Ready to Build (RtB) Date: Q1 2027

Commercial Operation Date (COD): Q4 2027 Injection Capacity: 702 MW (Pmax evac) Consumption Capacity: 702 MW (Pmax abs) Number of Storage Elements: 1,404 units

Power per Element: 508 kW

Storage per Element: 1,625.6 Ah

Inverters: 3,510 × Huawei Luna 2000‑200KTL‑H1 Inverter AC Power: 200 kW per unit Battery Technology: Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) System Configuration: Modular containerised utility‑scale design Reactive Power Capability: 505,440 kVAr (charge & discharge) Applications: Energy arbitrage, grid services (FCR, aFRR, mFRR), balancing and congestion management. Other Details: All major permits and grid connection approvals have been obtained, ensuring immediate construction readiness.

Permitting

Urban Planning Certificate (CU):  Obtained

Topographic Study:  Completed

Geotechnical Study: Completed — no flooding risk or archaeological findings

Authorizations according to CU: Obtained from the Ministries of Defense, Health, Romanian Waters, and CNAIR

Environmental Permit (EIA): Obtained (Q2 2026)

Site License from Transelectrica: Obtained

STMG Acceptance: Obtained (Q2 2026)

Connection Permit (ATR No. 8632787): Issued by Transelectrica (Q2 2026)

Autorizzazione Unica (AU): In progress — expected Q1 2027

Other Notes: All major permits and grid connection approvals have been secured, confirming Ready‑to‑Build status.

Connection Infrastructure

Evacuation Line Voltage:  400 kV

Connection Type:  Underground direct line to existing 400 kV substation

Connection Point:  400/110 kV substation 

Connection Distance:  ≈ 2.8 km (defined in ATR 8632787)

Conductor Type:  XLPE 400 kV, 2 × 630 mm² Al

Configuration: Double independent circuit — dedicated connection

Grid Conditions: Fully compliant with Transelectrica solution study; no evacuation or congestion restrictions identified

Connection Costs: Defined in ATR — estimated at ≈ € 4.2 million (included in EPC budget)

Other Details: Integration approved by CTES 139/2024; teleprotection and SCADA systems specified for EMS integration.

Land Rights

Land Surface: 11 ha

Land Type: Long‑term lease

Land Price: € 8,200 / ha / year

Land Contracted Percentage: 100 %

Land Comments: Lease agreement signed; land fully available for industrial use with no servitudes or restrictions.

Expropriation Status: Not required

Expropriation Comments: Not applicable — land secured under private lease agreement.

CAPEX & OPEX + Other Information

EPC: Under evaluation (based on ATR and technical design)

EPC Award: Expected Q1 2027

O&M: Planned with a utility‑scale BESS operator

Connection Costs: Included in EPC (≈ €4.2 million as defined in ATR)

Other Comments: No additional land expenses; all permits and grid‑connection approvals secured.

Other Information

Commercial Strategy: Merchant

Market Participation: FCR, aFRR, mFRR via certified aggregator

Optional Contracting: 5‑year capacity/services PPA Market Access: OPCOM Intraday Market (IDM) for arbitrage

Revenue Profile: Diversified — grid services + arbitrage + flexibility