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MUNICH, Feb. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire=KYODO JBN/ --

- Trina Storage has successfully commissioned SMS plc's 50MW BESS project in

Burwell, Cambridgeshire, UK

Trina Storage, launched in January 2021 as a global energy storage solution

provider, today announced that it has successfully completed the supply of

their first 50 MW / 56.2 MWh fully integrated grid-scale battery storage system

in Burwell, UK for SMS plc. Now operational, the storage system will support

the UK grid to become more flexible & resilient, further readying it for

net-zero.

The 50 MW BESS project is owned & developed by UK's leading smart energy

infrastructure provider, SMS plc, constructed by Ethical Power while Trina

Storage supplied, commissioned and tested the system. This system provides

balancing services to the UK's National Grid following its commercial

operations.

The full wrapped system solution, consisting of Lithium ion battery racks, PCS

and transformer units, was designed to maximize system performance as well as

increase battery life with safety at the heart of engineering process. It is

further equipped with modular, flexible and scalable Power Plant Controller

(PPC) and SCADA according to latest IT standards to control, monitor as well as

optimize system performance. A flexible capacity warranty covering full system

supply (including commissioning and standard product warranty) as well as

preventive maintenance is also provided.

By forging an end-to-end partnership with SMS plc and third parties, Trina

Storage reduced complexity and project delivery times with their expertise in

supply chain. Its dedicated procurement teams also enabled SMS plc to achieve

cost optimization on system level and reduce supply risks, leveraging Trina

Storage's group buying power.

Quality and safety compliances were also ensured with safety checkpoints

defined and conformed from hardware certifications to project delivery. The

Site Acceptance Tests further ensures that the system is fully operational and

compliant with the UK's G99 grid regulations.

"Commissioning of the Burwell plant marks our first successful system delivery

in the UK. It's an important milestone for us. It stands testimony to our

excellent delivery capabilities. The UK is well on track to achieve its

net-zero target and we are glad to be leading this energy transition." said

Terry Chen, Head of Overseas Energy Storage Business, "Together with our

customers and partners, we are dedicated to creating a cleaner, greener, and

more sustainable world while optimizing financial returns."

SOURCE  Trina Solar Co., Ltd

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