Green Charge Networks (GCN) has selected battery manufacturer Saft as a partner in a $92 million smart grid demonstration project that is being led by New York’s Consolidated Edison. The multi-year project is designed to identify, develop, and test new technologies within the electric delivery system that will facilitate a more efficient grid, the integration of smart grid architecture, and measure the effects of widespread electric vehicle adoption on the electric grid.

GCN’s contribution to the project includes the installation and operation of a network of smart storage and generation units (SSGUs) in the distribution grid that communicate directly with Con Edison. Site selections include several convenience stores, car rental locations, hotels and parking garages in the New York City area. Saft will supply energy storage systems totaling nearly one megawatt-hour, utilizing the Synerion 24M high-energy lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries. Installation is slated to begin in March of this year.

Blake Frye, Saft vice president of sales, energy storage for North America says, “We are honored to work with GCN and play a role in this forward-thinking program. Smart grid technology is critically important in the modernization of electricity delivery, and this partnership enables Saft to provide cutting-edge solutions to a major program in New York City.”

GCN chairman and chief executive officer Ron Prosser, notes, “In projects of this magnitude, having the right partners is crucial. We are looking forward to working with Saft on the creation of the smart storage and generation unit network and continue our important work on the New York electric grid.”

Saf t designs and manufactures advanced technology batteries for industrial infrastructure and processes, transportation, civil and military electronics markets. For more information, visit www.saftbatteries.com.

Green Charge Networks provides smart grid and energy storage and management technology, specializing in electric vehicle charging.

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