What is the energy system in Mongolia?

Currently the energy system of Mongolia is largely dependent on coal, and combined heat and power plants (CHPs) are the major energy supply for both power and heating. Mongolia lacks access to moderately priced liquid fuels and natural gas, which are mainly imported from Russia.

Does Mongolia need a Bess to achieve its decarbonization target?

Mongolia’s heavily coal-dependent energy sector needs a BESS to achieve its decarbonization target. Coal-dependent energy system. As of end 2021, Mongolia had 1,549 megawatts (MW) of installed power generation capacity.

Could Mongolia's Bess project earn financial revenues?

Mongolia’s BESS project could consider earning financial revenues, as is done in Australia. However, this is not currently feasible, as Mongolia does not ofer similar market conditions and mechanisms. Its energy sector uses a single-buyer model in which the NDC is the single of-taker.

What factors determine the power capacity of Mongolia's Bess?

The determination of the power capacity of Mongolia’s BESS was based on two factors: the required regulation reserve for accommodating additional VRE to the CES, and the required standby reserve in case of any grid event. Regulation reserve.

What are Mongolia's Bess project plans?

As one of the measures to accomplish this, Mongolia’s BESS project plans include the development of an ancillary-service pricing policy and guidelines. The policy and guidelines will not only help the BESS to become financially viable, but it will also remove barriers against private sector investment in future BESS projects.

How to dispose of used Li-ion batteries in Mongolia?

But the preferred option for used Li-ion batteries is recycling or disposal. In Mongolia, Li-ion batteries are classified as hazardous. As appropriate recycling facilities are not available in many developing countries, battery suppliers tend to be responsible for the recycling or disposal of battery cells.