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Isla Grande in Colombia, a vibrant Caribbean island home to approximately 1000 Afro-Colombian descendants, has long sought a reliable and sustainable energy solution. This case study highlights the successful implementation of a cutting-edge hybrid solar-diesel power plant on Isla Grande, significantly improving the quality of life for its residents and fostering sustainable development. ATESS, a leading provider of advanced energy storage solutions, played a crucial role in this transformative project, deploying its PCS250 battery inverters,and battery storage system to enable an efficient and robust AC-coupled off-grid system. This innovative solution, seamlessly integrating with existing grid-tied inverters and diesel generators, ensures 24-hour electricity service for the first time, reduces reliance on fossil fuels, and lays the groundwork for future grid integration.

In today's era of increasingly decentralized and cost-conscious energy demands, off-grid microgrid systems have become the go-to solution for remote areas, islands, mining sites, emergency scenarios, and even urban backup power. However, challenges such as high initial investment, complex maintenance, and poor environmental adaptability remain industry pain points. Leveraging advanced technology integration, LCOE optimization, and a global service network, the ATESS SMC200 smart MPPT controller redefines the standard for off-grid solar energy storage system — empowering users to achieve uncompromised energy independence.

Iraq faces a severe and persistent electricity crisis. Frequent blackouts, soaring temperatures, and an over-reliance on expensive, polluting diesel generators cripple businesses and disrupt daily life. In 2025, Iraq will require approximately 54 GW of electricity to achieve power balance, while the current generation capacity stands at only 15 GW—indicating a substantial shortfall. During peak summer demand, this shortage becomes more severe, with many regions relying on small diesel generators to supplement the grid. This case study highlights how ATESS hybrid solar systems are providing a robust, sustainable, and cost-effective solution to these challenges. Through two typical cases in Slemani, we demonstrate how ATESS is helping Iraq to achieve energy independence, reduce operational expenses by up to 90%, and significantly lower their carbon footprint, paving the way for a more resilient and sustainable energy future in Iraq.

With the rapid development of global renewable energy and energy storage technologies, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) in containers have been widely applied in areas such as grid peak shaving, microgrids, and industrial-commercial energy storage. However, the risk of thermal runaway in lithium batteries makes fire protection systems a critical safeguard for energy storage safety. This white paper delves into the design principles, key technologies, and industry standards for fire protection systems in energy storage containers.