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PGE Announces Addition of 475 MW of Battery Energy Storage Systems to Improve Grid Reliability and Costs

LCG, August 7, 2025--Portland General Electric (PGE) today announced the completion of three, four-hour lithium-ion utility-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS) in Oregon, adding 475 MW and more than 1.9 GWh of dispatchable capacity to serve the Portland metro area. Each of these BESS facilities can deliver power during peak demand or when other electric generating facilities are limited, which improves system flexibility, reliability and costs.

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Consumers Energy Awards Energy Vault Two Battery Energy Storage Projects in Michigan

LCG, August 5, 2025--Energy Vault today announced an agreement with Consumers Energy to provide two battery energy storage systems (BESS) totaling 75 MW/300 MWh in Michigan. The BESS projects will be located in Iosco and Bay Counties, and construction is expected to begin in the first quarter of 2026. Commercial operations are expected to commence by the fourth quarter of 2026.

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LCG Webinar: Real-Time, Real Change: ERCOT’s Market Overhaul Explained

LCG, August 1, 2025--LCG is pleased to invite you to register for our upcoming LCG Consulting Webinar, titled "Real-Time, Real Change: ERCOT's Market Overhaul Explained." scheduled for August 12, 2025, at 11 AM CT.

As ERCOT continues to strengthen real-time grid reliability, the implementation of Real-Time Co-optimization Plus Batteries (RTC+B) Analysis marks an important shift for operators, traders, planners, and market participants across Texas.

We are hosting a free live webinar to break down what RTC is, how it will be rolled out, and what changes you can expect in day-to-day operations and market workflows.

In this session, you'll learn:
- What RTC is: A clear look at Real-Time Co-optimization Analysis and its role in supporting grid stability.
- How it's being implemented: Key details on the processes and timeline.
- What to expect: How RTC may affect system operations, dispatch, and market activities - and how your team can prepare for these changes.

Whether you work directly in real-time operations, support market strategy, or simply want to understand the evolving ERCOT landscape, this session will help you stay informed and prepared for what's next.

Register Here!

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with details on how to join the webinar.

If you have any questions, please get in touch with our Events Coordinator at LCG_Zoom@energyonline.com.
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