As grid congestion becomes an increasing challenge across Europe, commercial and industrial energy storage systems are emerging as a practical solution for businesses seeking reliable power and future electrification.
This project highlights a 125kW/232kWh commercial battery energy storage system (BESS) deployed by GSL ENERGY at a coworking facility in the Netherlands, enabling continued business growth despite strict grid capacity limits.
Grytte Bloemenheuvel is an inspiring coworking location located in the former mayor's residence of Driebergen. The site brings together freelancers and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in a shared workspace focused on entrepreneurship, collaboration, and sustainable innovation.
As the building transitioned toward higher electrification and improved energy efficiency, grid capacity limitations became a major obstacle to future expansion.
The facility operates under a grid transport capacity limit of 84kW, restricting further electrical load expansion. This limitation affected several planned upgrades, including:
Electric vehicle charging stations
Air conditioning systems
Heat pumps and electrified HVAC equipment
Without a structural solution, these constraints would limit scalability, operational flexibility, and long-term energy planning.
To overcome the grid limitation, a commercial battery energy storage system (BESS) from GSL ENERGY was deployed. The system was installed by GSL ENERGY’s exclusive authorized partner in the Netherlands, ensuring full compliance with local grid requirements.
Battery capacity: 232kWh
Power output: 125kW
Control system: Smart Energy Management System (EMS) adapted for the Dutch grid environment
Peak shaving to absorb short-term load spikes
Grid congestion mitigation without network reinforcement
Power availability optimization for daily operations
The liquid-cooled commercial energy storage system supplies power during peak demand periods, reducing stress on the grid while maintaining uninterrupted business operations.
This approach allows the facility to continue electrification efforts without waiting for costly or time-consuming grid upgrades.
The system was deployed through a standardized installation process by the authorized local partner.
This ensured:
Compliance with regional grid standards
Efficient on-site commissioning
Reliable long-term operation
The commercial energy storage system delivered measurable benefits:
Enables business growth under strict grid constraints
Avoids costly grid infrastructure upgrades
Improves energy efficiency and operational resilience
Supports sustainability and ESG objectives
GSL ENERGY is a global manufacturer of lithium battery energy storage systems for commercial, industrial, and residential applications. With factory-direct supply and a network of exclusive authorized partners, GSL ENERGY provides local installation, commissioning, and long-term service while maintaining consistent engineering and product standards worldwide.
GSL ENERGY works closely with exclusive local partners to deliver certified, scalable commercial BESS solutions tailored to:
Grid congestion challenges
Peak shaving applications
Energy cost optimization
Electrification projects
Contact GSL ENERGY to learn more about customized commercial and industrial energy storage systems for your project.