The Sitapur 250 MW Solar-BESS Project:
Union Raksha Mantri has approved the development of a first-of-its-kind 250 MW Solar Power Project with an integrated Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at Sitapur, Uttar Pradesh.The Sitapur Solar-BESS Project is a highly advanced, utility-scale renewable energy facility spreading across roughly 850 acres ofvacant defense land at the former Sitapur Cantonment.Implemented by state-run energy major NTPC Limited through a competitive bidding process, it acts as a smart microgrid that integrates macro solar generation with high-capacity battery reserves.Solar panels generate DC electricity, which is converted by a bidirectional PCS into AC power for immediate use or routed to batteries for storage.Excess solar power is stored in lithium-ion or sodium-ion battery banks, enabling energy availability even when sunlight is unavailable.The EMS and BMS continuously monitor battery health, temperature, and charge levels to ensure safe and efficient operation.Time-Shifting Distribution (Peak Shaving):During night or cloudy conditions, stored energy is released back into the grid, ensuring uninterrupted and stable power supply.
