Clifton Pier power station is an operating power station of at least 194-megawatts (MW) in Nassau, New Providence, Bahamas with multiple units, some of which are not currently operating.
What is the Bahamas Grid Company?
The Bahamas Grid Company manages the poles, wires and substations that carry power across New Providence. Together with Bahamas Power and Light and the island's power generators, we ensure access to reliable, resilient, affordable and sustainable power to all Bahamian consumers and businesses.
How does the Bahamas grid work?
Bahamas Grid Company manages all three. Transmission lines carry power at high voltages across large distances. It's what lets power generated on the west side of New Providence to efficiently reach homes on the east side of the island.
How many units of Wärtsilä gridsolv Quantum Energy Modular Storage System?
The order comprises 27 units of Wärtsilä GridSolv Quantum energy modular storage system. The installation will be located at the Bluehills Power Station and will be carried out by Wärtsilä under a full engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contract. The system is anticipated to be fully operational by mid-2022.
How will Wärtsilä's gems Digital Energy Platform help the Bahamas?
The combination of flexible power generation and energy storage utilising Wärtsilä's unique GEMS Digital Energy Platform will support the Government of the Bahamas' plans to increase its share of renewable sources, notably solar, by 30 percent by 2030. Renewables hold the key to decarbonising the energy sector.