Failure Event - UK, Liverpool - 15 Sep 2020

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Overview

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Location: UK, Liverpool
Capacity (MW): 20
Capacity (MWh): 10
Battery Module:
Integrator: Orsted
Application: Frequency Regulation
Installation:
Enclosure Type: Container
Event Date: 15 September 2020
System Age (yr): 1.5
Extent of Damage: Explosion
State During Accident:
Description: An explosion occurred before emergency responders were notified. The fire department arrived and contained the fire, which was limited to one out of the three containers, and confirmed end of incident two days later.
Root Cause: Manufacturing
Failed Element: Cell/Module
Source: Investigation Report
Additional Resources: Energy Storage News
Note: Missing values in this table reflect unknowns.

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