Project Overview
In April 2025, SUNPAL ESS was awarded the EPC contract for a commercial solar-plus-storage system at a newly established water plant in Nigeria. The facility required reliable, uninterrupted power to support critical operations amid unstable grid supply and high diesel costs.
The customized containerized solution, delivering 200 kW power output and 500 kWh of battery storage, was engineered, assembled, and factory-tested in approximately 25 days. The system was shipped and arrived on site in early July 2025 for final installation and commissioning, providing a rapid-deployment, plug-and-play energy solution tailored to the plant's needs.
Challenge & Solution
Challenges
- Unstable grid supply threatened continuous water treatment operations.
- High diesel costs increased the plant's daily operating expenses.
- Critical pumps required reliable power with minimal interruptions.
- Rapid deployment was needed for the newly established facility.
SUNPAL ESS Solutions
- 200kW system ensures stable power for critical water operations.
- 500kWh LiFePO₄ storage provides reliable backup during grid outages.
- Intelligent EMS coordinates grid, solar, battery, and generator power.
- Containerized design enables faster installation, deployment, and commissioning.
Key Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| System Power | 200 kW |
| Battery Capacity | 500 kWh |
| Battery Chemistry | LiFePO₄ |
| System Type | Containerized ESS |
| Energy Management | Intelligent EMS |
| System Configuration | Solar + Energy Storage |
Project Timeline
MAY 2024 | Project Assessment & System Design
SUNPAL ESS's engineering team assessed the water treatment facility's operational requirements, load profile, and backup needs, followed by the development of the 200kW/500kWh containerized ESS solution.
JUL 2024 | Quotation & Contract Signing
The final system configuration and commercial proposal were confirmed based on the plant's requirements, followed by EPC contract signing for project execution.
SEP 2024 | Manufacturing & Factory Testing
The complete 200kW/500kWh system was manufactured, assembled, integrated, and factory-tested to verify key system functions and performance before shipment.
DEC 2024 | Shipping & Site Delivery
The containerized ESS was shipped to Nigeria and delivered to the water treatment facility, where it was prepared for final installation and electrical integration.
APR 2025 | Installation & Commissioning
The system was installed and electrically integrated with the facility, followed by system testing and guided commissioning to support reliable and continuous water treatment operations.
