Completion report of energy storage project

What is the purpose of the pumped storage hydro project report?

The purpose of this Report is to provide a basis for future commercial development of pumped storage hydro technology in Australia, through detailing the Project specifications and lessons learned through the feasibility, development and financing activities for the Project up to financial close. 2. PROJECT SUMMARY

Does project finance apply to energy storage projects?

The general principles of project finance that apply to the financing of solar and wind projects also apply to energy storage projects. Since the majority of solar projects currently under construction include a storage system, lenders in the project finance markets are willing to finance the construction and cashflows of an energy storage project.

How much does a project cost at completion?

The project total cost at completion is the equivalent of USD 119.14 million, about 91.9% of the initial cost estimated at appraisal (about USD 129.7 million). The reduction in the actual cost is due to a conservative cost estimate at appraisal and good competitive prices. The competitive contract prices are due to strong international competition.

What technology risks are associated with energy storage systems?

Technology Risks Lithium-ion batteries remain the most widespread technology used in energy storage systems, but energy storage systems also use hydrogen, compressed air, and other battery technologies. Project finance lenders view all of these newer technologies as having increased risk due to a lack of historical data.

Do project finance lenders consider technology risks in energy storage projects?

Project finance lenders view all of these newer technologies as having increased risk due to a lack of historical data. As a result, a primary focus for lenders in their due diligence of an energy storage project will be on technology risks.

Why did the procurement process delay project completion?

It should be noted that the procurement process contributed to a substantial delay on the initial target date of project completion, which was caused by the receipt of only one bid from five prequalified bidders, and then the bidder was also found non-responsive during bid evaluation.