Brentwood BESS
Located at the intersection of Concession Road 2 and County Road 10 in the Township of Clearview, Ontario.
Project Overview
Brentwood BESS Project
We are proposing the Brentwood Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in the Township of Clearview in response to the Independent Electricity System Operator’s (IESO) procurement process to increase electricity capacity in Ontario. Brentwood BESS will help achieve the Government of Ontario’s objective to reduce the need for new generation capacity in the province and more effectively use existing generation facilities.
Project Summary
The Brentwood Battery Energy Storage Project, proposed by Brentwood BESS Limited Partnership, is a 200 MW standalone Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) planned for the Township of Clearview, Ontario, near Concession Road 2 and County Road 10. The project will use modular, factory-built containers with lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) batteries to provide up to four hours of energy storage. Covering approximately 5 to 10 acres and located near a Hydro One transmission line, the facility is expected to begin operations in May 2027 and operate for 20 to 30 years, supporting Ontario’s electricity grid and optimizing existing generation capacity.
Community
An open and active dialogue with our neighbors is important to us. We are committed to building relationships and trust in the communities where we operate and focused on keeping residents informed about every aspect of the Brentwood BESS Project.
Learn more about our project and the information we share with the community, and look for more details to come as this project undergoes reviews.
Upcoming Meetings/Events
There are no meetings/events planned at this time. Please check this page for any upcoming meetings/events.
Public Meetings / Events
March 01, 2022
- Open House was hosted from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM @ Fieldcrest High School (1 Dornbush Drive, Minonk, IL 61760)
- Poster Boards presented during the Open House
Frequently Asked Questions ( FAQ )
Why battery storage?
With demand for clean energy expected to outpace Ontario’s current generation capacity over the next decade, there is an urgent need for innovative solutions that will help meet our energy needs while contributing to our province’s climate change goals.
The Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) is the operator of Ontario’s electricity grid and is undertaking a procurement process to identify Battery Energy Storage solutions to meet the needs of Ontario’s increasing electricity demand.
How battery energy storage systems work
Battery Energy Storage Systems charge a battery bank during hours of surplus energy generation in the grid, then discharge the battery bank during energy deficit hours to meet grid demand.
Storing energy when demand is low and releasing it when it is high optimizes the efficiency of our grid by creating a steady, affordable supply of energy when and where we need it most.
This solution will maximize the efficiency of our existing energy assets by increasing supply while reducing emissions.
BESS systems have numerous benefits to the overall stability of our electricity grid:
- Manages peak loads
- Maximizes efficiency of existing energy assets
- Reduces reliance on fossil fuels, contributing to lower emissions and cleaner air
- Balances generation of intermittent resources such as wind and solar
- In practical terms, can help avoid grid outages and blackouts
What is the expected construction timeline and major activities for the Brentwood Battery Energy Storage Project?
Straightforward construction over a four to six month period, to begin in late 2026. Major construction activities to include delivery of factory assembled battery containers and components, installation, and Hydro One interconnection.
Industry Information
We value local support for projects, and as such is requesting a municipal support resolution per IESO requirements which will allow the proposed BESS projects to proceed with remaining development.
We have begun engaging with landowners and securing land. Pending project approval from the IESO in late 2023, we will undertake the required environmental and engineering surveys and studies with the goal of completing final design and receiving notice to proceed to construction in late 2026.
The current target commercial operational date for the proposed BESS projects is 2027.
Contact Information
E-mail : admin@revrenewables.com