P.E.I. Government Seeks Interest for 10-50 MW Battery Energy Storage System

The P.E.I. government has issued an expression of interest for a battery energy storage system, seeking 10 to 50 megawatts of capacity. This initiative aims to provide up to eight hours of backup power to stabilize the electricity grid. Premier Rob Lantz indicated that the project's cost will depend on the required capacity and mentioned ongoing discussions with New Brunswick and Nova Scotia premiers regarding regional energy cooperation.

Published Mar 24, 2026

The P.E.I. government has issued an expression of interest for a battery energy storage system, targeting 10 to 50 megawatts of capacity. The system could be distributed across multiple sites and is expected to provide up to eight hours of backup power.

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Premier Rob Lantz stated this initiative aims to stabilize the province's electricity grid quickly. The cost remains undetermined, depending on the grid's capacity needs. Additionally, P.E.I. has applied for federal support for pre-development work on undersea cables that connect to the mainland, with two of the existing cables needing replacement. Lantz has engaged with regional leaders about forming a cooperative energy system.