cases-BELGIUM’S FLAGSHIP FOR ENERGY STORAGE

BELGIUM’S FLAGSHIP FOR ENERGY STORAGE

Phased Deployment

Two phases of each 100 MW

Grid Services: Frequency

regulation, grid balancing, stability

Renewable Integration

Supports wind and solar

Household Impact

Powers 96,000 homes for 4 hours

Timeline

2-month installation

Transport

320 containers + 80 skids

Coordination

Daily alignment ensured just-in-time delivery

Project Background

"ENGIE’S Vilvoorde Battery Park is one of Europe’s largest battery energy storage facilities, developed by ENGIE. With a total capacity of 200 MW and 800 MWh of storage, the facility can power 96,000 households for four hours. It plays a vital role in stabilizing the grid and integrating renewable energy sources. “This landmark project enhances the integration of renewable energy sources into Belgium’s energy system, and reinforces its resilience.” - Dries Hermans"

Project Challenge

"Strategic Outlook and project finalisation

The Vilvoorde Battery Park, one of the largest BESS-projects in Europe to date, demonstrates how global expertise and local execution can deliver pioneering infrastructure for a renewable-powered future. Flexibility is an important pillar of ENGIE’s 2030 strategy to accelerate the energy transition in Belgium, alongside renewable energy and accompanying its clients. Flexible assets such as the Vilvoorde battery park are crucial for maximizing renewable potential by fully leveraging the complementarity of energy sources and ensuring grid stability.

Project Solution

The project showcases how two leading players in the energy sector can work hand in hand—not only to deliver on technical requirements but also to address ESG priorities, health and safety, and project management standards. Moritz RolfVice President for DACH, Benelux, Nordics and Turkey