Resilient Substations.
Stable Rates.
New Revenues.
Co-Op Flex is the fire-safe battery storage solution built for Texas cooperatives — delivering resilience and ROI without the risks of conventional systems.
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A guide to substation revenue generation, safety, and resilience with battery energy storage
Deliver Dependable Power and Long Term Savings
Co-Op Flex strengthens your substations with fire-safe, ERCOT-ready battery storage that helps Texas co-ops cut costs, boost resilience, and protect member trust.
The Challenges Facing Texas Co-ops Today
Aging infrastructure, market volatility, and safety concerns are putting pressure on boards and budgets.
Aging Infrastructure
Growing loads and aging substations are pushing systems beyond capacity. Expensive upgrades strain budgets and put pressure on member rates.
ERCOT Volatility
Reliance on wholesale power leaves co-ops exposed to ERCOT price swings. Without storage, there is no way to manage costs or capture new revenues.
Fire Safety Risks
High-profile battery fires create hesitation around storage projects. This slows adoption of resilience solutions and limits new income opportunities for co-ops.
Program Specifications
How Energy Storage Strengthens Co-ops
Turning today’s challenges into opportunities for stability, savings, and growth.
Manage ERCOT Volatility
Energy storage allows co-ops to participate in ERCOT markets, capture new revenues, and reduce exposure to wholesale price swings.
Improve Resilience
By providing local backup capacity, storage helps co-ops maintain reliable service during peak demand and severe weather.
Defer Costly Upgrades
Storage supports substations under stress from growing loads and aging assets, delaying expensive infrastructure investments.
Enable Community Value
Storage creates pathways for co-ops to join Virtual Power Plants, integrate renewables, and deliver long-term benefits to members.
Unlock New Revenue Streams
Storage creates multiple ways for co-ops to earn annual income while stabilizing member rates.
- ROI in 3-5 Years!
| Service | Estimated Annual Value |
|---|---|
|
Non-Spin Reserve |
$68,850 – $275,400 |
|
Contingency Reserve (ECRS) |
$45,900 – $91,800 |
|
Peak Shaving |
$275,400 – $688,500 |
|
Energy Arbitrage |
$45,900 – $91,800 |
PLUS DEFERRED UPGRADE COSTS
Safety & Performance Without Compromise
EticaAG’s immersion-cooled design eliminates fire risk and delivers long-term financial and operational benefits for co-ops
Proven Fire Safety
Our patented immersion cooling technology submerges battery cells in a non-toxic liquid, eliminating fire risk typically associated with Battery Energy Storage.
Longer Battery Life
Immersion cooling keeps cells at a stable temperature, extending system life by ~20% and preserving financial models over time.
Lower Total Cost of Ownership
Reduced degradation and simpler thermal management mean fewer maintenance costs and more predictable ROI.
Easier Approval Processes
Compliant with UL 9540 and NFPA 855, Co-Op Flex aligns with industry safety standards, giving trustees confidence in project approval.