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Case study Burnaby

Battery Energy Storage for Peak Shaving and Backup in Burnaby, BC

OVERVIEW

A mid-sized manufacturing facility in Burnaby, BC operating CNC machines, heavy-duty compressors, and HVAC systems was facing high demand charges and infrastructure limitations. With rising operational costs and the need to expand its HVAC capacity, the facility needed a strategic solution to manage load spikes and secure backup power.

PROBLEM

  • Monthly demand peaks reaching up to 700 kW
  • Demand charges from BC Hydro: $13.75 per kW/month 
  • Proposed grid upgrade for HVAC expansion estimated at $150,000 
  • No backup system in place for outages

SOLUTION

  • Battery Capacity: 760 kWh (2-hour discharge) 
  • Discharge Power: 380 kW 
  • Use Case: Peak shaving + facility-wide backup 
  • EMS Integration: Yes, with automation and monitoring. Battery triggers only when site load exceeds 320kW. 
  • Deployment: Outdoor containerized cabinet

FINANCIAL ANALYSIS

Item Value (CAD)System Cost (Selling Price) $233,046
Peak Demand Before 700 kW
Demand Charges (Before) $9,625Monthly
Savings $5,225
Annual Demand Charge Savings $62,700
EMS Fee $36,270
Net Annual Savings $26,430
Payback Period ~8.8 yearsInfrastructure
Upgrade Avoided $150,000
Peak Demand After 320 kW Monthly
Demand Charges (After) $4,400 Monthly

RESULTS
  • Monthly utility savings of ~$5,200
  • Avoided $150k grid infrastructure upgrade
  • Full HVAC system expansion enabled without transformer replacement
  • Backup power capability for essential equipment

Long-Term Impact

  • Estimated lifetime savings over 15 years: $395,000+
  • Opens the door for future EV charger integration and renewable adoption 
  • Strong ROI and enhanced
    energy resilience

CLIENT FEEDBACK

“Installing the battery system saved us months of delay and six figures in electrical upgrades. It’s already paying off — our CFO was thrilled.”— Facilities Manager, Burnaby Manufacturing Co. 

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