We’re building the Edgewater battery energy storage system (BESS) at the Edgewater Generating Station in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. The 99-megawatt battery project is part of our Edgewater redevelopment plan to increase reliability for the future. At maximum output, the Edgewater BESS will be able to power over 100,000 homes for four hours on a single charge. We expect it to be up and running by December 2026.
How does battery storage work?
Battery storage systems charge from the grid when energy demand is low or directly from wind projects when excess renewable energy is abundant. They discharge energy when demand increases, such as on hot summer or cold winter days. The ability to capture and store energy to use when needed improves the overall benefit of renewable resources.
We’re meeting today’s energy needs and building a stronger, more reliable energy future for all.
