Commercial Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
Peak Shaving, Grid Services & Revenue-Ready Energy Infrastructure
Deploy intelligent battery energy storage that reduces operating costs, strengthens critical infrastructure resilience, and prepares your facility for participation in grid services and virtual power plants. Smart Grid Charge delivers turnkey commercial BESS designed to operate reliably within real-world utility and regulatory environments.
Ideal for:
Fleets - Municipalities - Developers - Retail & Hospitality - Multi-family - Workplaces - Public Charging Networks - Industrial & Manufacturing - Logistics & Distribution - Campuses & Mixed-Use
What We
Offer
Battery Storage Capabilities
Understanding Commercial Battery Energy Storage
Commercial battery energy storage systems (BESS) use advanced lithium-ion technology—most commonly LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) or NMC (Nickel Manganese Cobalt) chemistries—to store electricity on-site and intelligently discharge it during periods of high demand, elevated pricing, or grid stress.
Unlike traditional backup systems, modern grid-interactive BESS is designed to actively manage load, respond to demand response events, and support grid stability while maintaining compliance with applicable safety and interconnection standards.
Core Functional Capabilities
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Peak shaving and load shifting to reduce demand charges
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Support for demand response and grid service programs
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Backup power for operational continuity
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Integration with on-site solar and electrified loads
Commercial & Industrial BESS Applications
Manufacturing & Industrial Facilities
Stabilize high-power loads, reduce demand spikes from equipment startup, and maintain operational continuity during voltage disturbances.
Multi-Tenant Commercial Buildings
Lower common-area utility costs, improve load predictability, and prepare assets for participation in utility demand response programs.
Fleet & EV Charging Hubs
Enable higher-power EV charging without triggering excessive demand charges or requiring immediate utility service upgrades.
Municipal & Utility-Oriented Projects
Support grid capacity, resilience initiatives, and long-term infrastructure planning through dispatchable storage resources.
Behind-the-Meter vs. Grid-Connected BESS Architecture
Behind-the-Meter (BTM) Storage
Installed on the customer side of the meter to reduce demand charges, manage peak loads, and provide resilience.
Grid-Connected (Front-of-Meter) Storage
Connected directly to the utility distribution system and designed to support grid services, capacity programs, and market participation where permitted.
Smart Grid Charge evaluates site conditions, tariff structures, interconnection standards, and program eligibility to determine the optimal architecture for each project.
End-to-End Battery Storage Services
Smart Grid Charge delivers fully integrated battery storage solutions from initial analysis through long-term operations:
1. Feasibility & Load Analysis
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Interval data review and load modeling
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Utility tariff and demand charge optimization
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EV and solar integration analysis
2. System Design & Technology Selection
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Battery chemistry and inverter selection
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Energy Management System (EMS) configuration
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Safety and compliance planning
3. Utility Coordination & Interconnection
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Application support and documentation
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Interconnection review and approvals
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Export and operational constraints management
4. Deployment & Commissioning
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System installation and functional testing
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Commissioning aligned with operational goals
5. Operations & Optimization
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Monitoring and performance tracking
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Battery health and lifecycle management
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Dispatch optimization where applicable
Regional Program & Market Readiness
Battery storage programs and grid services vary by location. Smart Grid Charge supports projects across:
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New York & PJM Territories: Demand response, capacity programs, and incentive coordination
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New Jersey: Storage program readiness and PJM market participation pathways
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California: SGIP-aligned deployments and market readiness for CAISO participation
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Connecticut & Massachusetts: Utility programs, ISO-NE coordination, and clean energy initiatives
Battery Storage + EV Charging Integration
Battery energy storage is a critical component of scalable EV charging infrastructure.
When integrated correctly, BESS enables:
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Higher-power charging with reduced demand charges
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Load buffering for DC fast charging
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Coordinated dispatch aligned with charging schedules
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Readiness for future vehicle-to-grid (V2G) applications
This approach is essential for fleets, logistics hubs, municipalities, and multi-family developments planning large-scale electrification.
Why Smart Grid Charge
Smart Grid Charge is an engineering-led energy infrastructure partner focused on long-term system performance—not just installation.
We bring expertise in:
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Grid compliance and interconnection standards
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Economic optimization over asset lifecycles
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Integration of BESS with EV charging and other DERs
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Operational risk management and safety planning
Our systems are designed for:
✓ Long-term operational reliability
✓ Multi-asset integration
✓ Evolving grid service participation
✓ Future regulatory and market flexibility
Frequently Asked Questions
How does commercial battery storage reduce energy costs?
Battery storage reduces costs primarily by lowering peak demand charges. In some locations, additional value may be available through demand response or grid service programs.
What size BESS does my facility need?
System size depends on load shape, peak demand, tariff structure, resilience goals, and future electrification plans. Most projects begin with analysis of 12 months of interval utility data.
Is battery storage safe for commercial buildings?
Modern systems are designed with multiple safety layers, including certified components, monitoring systems, and emergency response planning. Proper design and operations are essential.
Can battery storage operate without solar?
Yes. Standalone battery storage can provide significant economic and operational benefits even without on-site generation.
Ready to Evaluate Battery Storage for Your Facility?
Smart Grid Charge provides complimentary feasibility assessments to evaluate technical fit, economic potential, and program readiness for commercial battery energy storage projects.
Serving commercial, industrial, and municipal clients across NY, NJ, PA, CT, MA, and CA.