Malta, Bechtel Join Forces to Deploy Long-Duration Energy Storage

“Teaming up with Bechtel is a perfect fit for Malta,” said Al Morales, Chief Financial Officer of Malta. “Bechtel’s deep understanding of the Malta system’s components, broad footprint and customer base, and proven track record of delivering successful projects will help Malta to speed and smooth the energy transition.”

Working together, Bechtel and Malta intend to identify and seize opportunities to deploy long-duration energy storage plants that store electricity for days or weeks – converting intermittent power from sun and wind into reliable, on-demand, baseload power.

The ambition is to leverage the Malta system to produce carbon-free electricity to decarbonize industrial, agricultural, building, and other sectors.

“We are delighted to be collaborating with Malta to advance the deployment of its innovative and scalable storage solution that will enable the continued global expansion of renewable energy generation portfolios. The lack of long-duration energy storage solutions remains a key challenge for the renewable energy industry,” said Bechtel’s renewables sector lead Scott Austin. “There is no silver bullet for decarbonization, and Bechtel is committed to leveraging our engineering and construction expertise to support the rapid advancement of technology solutions that can meaningfully advance the transition to a net zero environment.”