Phnom Penh Energy Storage Power Period Preparation Work

Cambodia's energy sector has been a tremendous success story over the last 20 years. From experiencing frequent power cuts and limited regional electricity access in 2004 to a stable grid in the capital, Phnom Penh, and a village electrification rate of over 98%.

However, the intermittent nature of solar energy benefits from robust storage solutions to store excess generation and provide power during low solar output periods, like the dry season. The Cambodian Minister of Mines and Energy, Keo Rattanak, is targeting 70% renewable energy by 2030.

Renewable energy, particularly solar, holds great promise for Cambodia. However, the intermittent nature of solar energy benefits from robust storage solutions to store excess generation and provide power during low solar output periods, like the dry season.

In March 2023, Cambodia launched the “Principles for Permitting the Use of Rooftop Solar Power,” to regulate rooftop solar installations and ensure “transparency, accountability, and fairness.” Renewable energy, particularly solar, holds great promise for Cambodia.

Domestic energy production has been increasing at a rate of 8% per year since 2010. As Cambodia continues its journey toward sustainable economic development, energy security and sustainability are at the forefront of national priorities.

BESS can provide much needed grid stabilisation, reliability, decarbonisation while also reducing imported power. As battery storage demand and investment continues to grows, Cambodia is well-positioned to build a reliable, low cost, sustainable energy system for the future.