• Record-breaking agreement: BYD Energy Storage and Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) signed a 12.5GWh battery energy storage project—the largest of its kind globally.
• Saudi’s renewable push: Supports Saudi Vision 2030, aiming for 50% renewable energy integration.
• Global energy shift: BYD has now delivered over 75GWh of battery energy storage solutions across 110+ countries.

BYD and SEC’s Landmark Deal

BYD Energy Storage and Saudi Electricity Company have signed the world’s largest grid-scale energy storage contract, totaling 12.5GWh. Combined with a previously delivered 2.6GWh project, their collaboration now stands at 15.1GWh.

Supporting Saudi’s Energy Goals

This initiative advances Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, a strategic push to achieve 50% renewable energy. The energy storage systems will be deployed across five sites, stabilizing the grid and addressing fluctuations from increasing renewable power sources.

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Cutting-Edge Technology

BYD will supply its MC Cube-T ESS, featuring its CTS (Cell-to-System) super-integrated technology, with a Vcts index exceeding 33%—a global benchmark for efficiency.

“This project will redefine the role of electrochemical energy storage solutions in the global energy transition,” BYD Energy Storage stated.

A Global Energy Leader

Since deploying its first battery energy storage system 17 years ago, BYD has now delivered 75GWh of storage solutions to 350 projects across 110+ countries. This massive new deal reinforces its position as a leader in large-scale renewable energy storage.

Looking Ahead

BYD plans to expand its investment in R&D and strengthen global partnerships to drive the next era of clean energy solutions.

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