Adani Green to build world's largest single-location battery storage at Khavda, Gujarat
GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Infrastructure (energy, ports, roads, railways)· Prelims·
BESS and renewable energy integration: a key GS3 topic for grid stability and energy transition.
Why in news
Adani Green Energy Ltd (AGEL) expanded its Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) capacity at Khavda, Gujarat, to 6.63 GWh, making it the world's largest single-location installation.
Background
The Khavda BESS facility uses lithium-ion battery technology integrated with Energy Management Systems (EMS) and automated telemetry. It accounts for over 50% of India's total operational BESS capacity of 12.6 GWh.
Facts for Prelims
- FactAGEL expanded Khavda BESS capacity from 3.55 GWh in June 2026 to 6.63 GWh.
- FactIndia's total operational BESS capacity is approximately 12.6 GWh.
- PlaceKhavda, Gujarat, is the site of the world's largest single-location battery storage installation.
- S&TThe BESS utilizes lithium-ion battery technology and Energy Management Systems (EMS).
- FactAGEL aims to achieve 50 GWh of storage capacity over the next 5 years.
Prelims practice question
With reference to the Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at Khavda, consider the following statements:
- The facility utilizes sodium-ion battery technology integrated with manual telemetry.
- The Khavda facility is the world's largest single-location battery storage installation.
- The BESS capacity at Khavda is 6.63 GWh, which accounts for over 50% of India's total operational BESS capacity.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- (a)2 only
- (b)1 and 2 only
- (c)1 and 3 only
- (d)2 and 3 only
Show answer
Answer: (d) 2 and 3 only — Statements 2 and 3 are correct. Statement 1 is incorrect: It utilizes lithium-ion battery technology and automated telemetry.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how large-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS) can address the intermittency challenges of renewable energy in India's power grid.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Grid stability: BESS enables firm and dispatchable power to manage peak demand and frequency fluctuations.
- Technological integration: Use of EMS and automated telemetry to optimize charging/discharging cycles for grid services.
- Scale and feasibility: Transitioning from pilot projects to GWh-scale installations to support urban electrification.
Keywords: Renewable Energy · Battery Energy Storage System · Grid Stability · Lithium-ion Technology · Energy Management Systems · Decarbonization
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