Ingka's 16.4MW Battery: Powering Cameron Wind

• Ingka Investments and Apex Clean Energy are set to begin operations of their 16.4-MW Cameron Storage battery energy storage system in Cameron County, Texas. The project is part of the Ingka Group's sustainability strategy and will be co-located with the existing 165-MW Cameron Wind Farm. Worley and Powin are providing engineering and equipment services.

Ingka Investments and Apex Clean Energy have announced the construction of a 16.4-MW battery energy storage system in Cameron County, Texas. The Cameron Storage system, co-located with the already existing 165-MW Cameron Wind Farm, is set to begin operations in the coming weeks. The investment is part of the Ingka Group's strategy to help meet IKEA's goal of becoming climate positive by 2030. Ingka is the investment arm of Ingka Group, the largest retailer of IKEA, and has been partnering with Apex on renewables for over eight years. Worley has been appointed to provide engineering, procurement, and construction services, while Powin is supplying the equipment. Cameron Storage is the first battery storage project for Ingka Investments.

What Benefits Will Cameron Storage Bring for Ingka Investments?

• The Cameron Storage system will provide a number of benefits to Ingka Investments, including:
• Increased operational efficiency of the 165-MW Cameron Wind Farm, allowing it to meet changes in demand more quickly and reliably.
• The ability to store energy during peak periods and use it when needed, helping reduce energy costs and increase returns.
• The ability to provide ancillary services such as frequency regulation and voltage support to the local grid, providing a long-term source of stable revenue for Ingka Investments.
• The ability to hedge against changes in the energy markets by storing energy when prices are low and releasing it when prices are high, helping ensure a more reliable stream of income.
• Support for the local community by providing jobs and helping to reduce the amount of carbon emissions produced in the area.