DayOne and Blue Whale Energy sign Singapore virtual power plant study pact
The feasibility work would examine linking batteries at the planned SG1 data centre with storage at commercial and industrial facilities.
DayOne Data Centers and Blue Whale Energy have agreed to investigate the feasibility of a distributed virtual power plant in Singapore. The companies said their memorandum of understanding covers a proposed network combining battery storage at several sites to provide a flexible resource for the electricity grid.
The study would explore how batteries at DayOne’s upcoming SG1 data centre could be coordinated in real time with storage at suitable third-party commercial and industrial premises. According to the companies, pooling these systems could help adjust grid electricity consumption at critical moments, improve use of existing infrastructure and limit the need for upgrades to meet peak demand.
A joint front-end engineering design study is expected to form part of the initial work. It would examine storage configurations, safety measures, metering, telemetry, control systems and operational safeguards, alongside possible arrangements with participating facilities.
The partners also plan discussions with relevant authorities and market stakeholders to clarify technical requirements and conditions for market participation. They will examine the requirements for possible participation in Singapore’s Demand Response and Interruptible Load programmes, subject to applicable rules and regulatory approvals. The programmes offer businesses incentives to reduce power use during market stress and grid contingencies, respectively.
