3 FAQs about Tender for swiss energy storage project construction project

Which energy storage projects have been commissioned in Switzerland?

Axpo commissioned its BESS in February this year while utility Thurplus commissioned a 3MW system in September last year. But Switzerland was the location for one of the largest energy storage projects commissioned in recent years, a 20GWh pumped hydro energy storage (PHES) unit which started operations in June 2022 in the Canton of Valais.

Why do companies bid for energy storage tenders?

Bidding for energy storage tenders is extremely lucrative for companies of all sizes. Tendering authorities and private companies release thousands of contracts worth millions for procurement of energy storage. Global Tenders stands out as the largest platform dedicated to tenders and government contracts.

Is Swissgrid redeveloping a new data center?

The companies are redeveloping a former Swissgrid building. According to a FlexBase brochure, the data center will total 600 sqm (6,500 sq ft), and will reportedly feature liquid cooling, be equipped with 8,000 sqm (86,100 sq ft) of solar, and offer its waste heat to the local district heating network.

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