Globeleq Partners with Sungrow for Africa’s Largest Battery Energy Storage Project

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Independent power producer Globeleq has signed an agreement with China-based Sungrow to supply a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) for its 153MW/612MWh Red Sands project in South Africa. Located in the Northern Cape, approximately 100km southeast of Upington, the project will be the largest standalone battery storage system in Africa.

Part of South Africa’s first Battery Energy Storage Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme, Red Sands will support the national grid through load shifting and grid stabilisation, aiding the integration of renewable energy and addressing persistent power supply issues.

Under the signed term sheet, Sungrow will deliver its advanced PowerTitan 2.0 liquid-cooled energy storage system, along with 15 years of operations and maintenance services, ensuring long-term performance and reliability. Globeleq cited Sungrow’s proven track record and cutting-edge technology as critical to the project’s success.

The project is estimated to cost around USD 300 million, with construction beginning after financial close later this year. It is expected to be operational by 2027 and will occupy about 5 hectares, connecting to the grid via the Eskom Garona substation.

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Red Sands marks Globeleq’s first large-scale BESS project in South Africa, where it already operates eight renewable energy plants totalling 384MW. The company, majority-owned by British International Investment and Norfund, also operates across seven African countries with nearly 1,800MW in generation capacity and over 2,000MW in development.

This strategic initiative further expands Globeleq’s footprint in African renewable infrastructure and strengthens its commitment to energy innovation across the continent.