Large-Scale Island Electrification, St. Eustatius

Hybrid Energy System – NL Antilles, 2017

Today, solar energy covers 46% of St. Eustatius’ total electricity need. Grid Forming SCS 2200 inverters allow to operate the island grid for 10.5 hours in Diesel Off-Mode operation with 100% Solar Power Fraction. In total a 5.9MWh Li-Ion storage facility has been integrated for energy shifting and grid services. Thanks to the SMA Fuel Solution about 4,560 tons CO₂ per year can be saved. The project has been designed, and implemented by the SMA Sunbelt Energy GmbH.