DG+Solar+Bess Hybrid Project
What is DG + Solar + BESS?
A DG + Solar + BESS system links diesel generators, solar PV, and a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) under one intelligent energy management controller. Solar serves the load first, the battery serves next, and diesel supplies power only when needed.
Solar on its own is capped because generators must stay above a minimum load, typically 30 to 40 percent of rated capacity, and any surplus is curtailed. The battery removes that cap by storing surplus solar, smoothing cloud-driven variability, and providing instant reserve, so generators can switch off for long periods and run at their most efficient loading point when needed.
Higher Solar Share, Lower Diesel Use
Absorb more solar by storing surplus generation instead of curtailing it at the generator's minimum load.
Switch generators off for long stretches and run them at peak efficiency when they are needed.
Maintain stable power quality with battery reserve that smooths solar variability.
Our Delivery Process
Kanoo CleanMax manages every phase of a hybrid project through an integrated in-house team. No critical work is outsourced. Scope covers the five steps below.
Site assessment and load profile analysis
System design and controller engineering
Procurement of equipment and materials
Installation and commissioning
Long-term operations, monitoring, and maintenance
Key Benefits
Lower Diesel Consumption
Solar and battery supply cover a large share of the load, so generators burn less fuel and run fewer hours. This reduces exposure to diesel price swings and cuts the fuel deliveries that add logistics cost and complexity.
Higher Solar Utilisation
Surplus solar charges the battery instead of being curtailed to protect generator minimum loading. More of the energy the array produces is put to use.
Lower Maintenance and Longer Equipment Life
Fewer running hours and operation at optimal loading reduce generator wear. Low-load running, which strains engines and raises fuel burn, is avoided.
Stable, Resilient Power
The battery responds instantly to load changes and cloud cover, which maintains power quality. Critical operations at off-grid, weak-grid, and outage-prone sites keep a dependable supply.
Lower Emissions
Less diesel burned means a measurable cut in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This supports decarbonisation targets and ESG disclosures.
Commercial Models
Hybrid systems can be delivered on an OPEX or CAPEX basis, depending on the capital approach and risk preference of the organisation.
OPEX Model (Power Purchase Agreement)
Kanoo CleanMax finances, builds, owns, and operates the hybrid system on site. The customer pays only for the energy consumed under a long-term PPA, with no upfront capital investment. Design, financing, operations, and performance risk stay with Kanoo CleanMax.
CAPEX Model (Customer-Owned)
The organisation purchases and owns the DG + Solar + BESS system. Kanoo CleanMax delivers the complete engineering, procurement, and construction scope, including integration with existing generators. Ongoing operations and maintenance support is available as an optional add-on.
OPEX Model (Power Purchase Agreement)
Kanoo CleanMax finances, builds, owns, and operates the hybrid system on site. The customer pays only for the energy consumed under a long-term PPA, with no upfront capital investment. Design, financing, operations, and performance risk stay with Kanoo CleanMax.
CAPEX Model (Customer-Owned)
The organisation purchases and owns the DG + Solar + BESS system. Kanoo CleanMax delivers the complete engineering, procurement, and construction scope, including integration with existing generators. Ongoing operations and maintenance support is available as an optional add-on.
Why Kanoo CleanMax
Kanoo CleanMax is a joint venture between Kanoo Group, with over 130 years of commercial presence in the Middle East, and CleanMax, one of Asia’s leading commercial and industrial solar energy companies. Together, we bring regional expertise and proven delivery capability to every project we undertake.
Who it suits
DG + Solar + BESS suits sites where power reliability is non-negotiable. Kanoo CleanMax works with: