Challenge
EDF sought to deploy its first urban microgrid—a 20 MWh standalone BESS—in a dense Tel Aviv neighborhood.
The system needed to:
- Provide 24+ hours of backup power to a major academic faculty
- Alleviate urban grid congestion
- Enable energy arbitrage in Israel’s complex tariff landscape
- Strict urban fire safety, regulatory hurdles, and evolving project requirements added complexity.
Contel Smart Energy Role
Contel delivered a full-stack control solution, including:
- Energy Management System (EMS): Smart scheduling & SoC optimization
- SCADA: Real-time visibility, CATL BESS integration, Intuitive dashboards with weather, and alarm systems
- Cybersecurity layer: Secured API links to EDF trading desk and grid operator
- Custom features: One-click backup mode, calendar-based operations (weekends, holidays, peak rates)
Contel acted as an agile partner, supporting EDF across design, commissioning, and remote operations.
Results
- Remote O&M-ready: EDF and third-party teams operate via Contel platform, Energynie
- Fast-track build, despite tight urban constraints
- 24/7 NOC support with rapid incident response
- Future-ready: Built-in flexibility for future PV integration and new grid services
Conclusion
This flagship project proves that city-scale energy resilience is viable today—with the right
mix of smart controls, modular tech, and agile collaboration.
About EDF Power Solutions
EDF power solutions Israel, part of the global EDF Group (the French National Electricity Company), is the leading company in the growing and competitive Israeli renewable energy market. As part of a foremost world corporation, EDF power solutions Israel is a market leader in the Israeli energy landscape with the financial stability and prove capabilities to develop, plan and execute ground-breaking projects on a national scale with proven track record.
