Independent Engineering
Torsh Consulting provides Independent Engineering services focused on technical due diligence, risk identification, and bankability assessment for BESS and hybrid energy systems.
We support lenders, investors, and project stakeholders by independently assessing whether the project is technically sound, commercially aligned, and capable of delivering expected performance over its lifecycle. Our work targets the key failure points in BESS and hybrid projects, including:
- System integration complexity (BESS + PV / wind / grid)
- Performance and degradation assumptions
- Gaps in technical specifications and EPC scope
- Misalignment between contracts and actual system behaviour
We provide clear, risk-based insights that directly support investment decisions, financial close, and project execution confidence.
Technical Due Diligence (TDD)
Our Technical Due Diligence service provides a thorough examination of project design, feasibility, and risks. We assess key project elements to support financial close, acquisitions, or investment decisions.
TDD SECTION
SCOPE OF REVIEW
Site and Permitting Review
Assess land rights, permitting status, environmental approvals, and compliance risks for BESS installations
Technology Review
Evaluate battery chemistry, degradation modelling, warranty terms, and BMS performance risks
Design and Engineering
Review BESS layout, container configuration, thermal management, and electrical design integrity
Grid & Interconnection Review
Assess grid capacity, interconnection studies, curtailment risk, and compliance with grid code
Revenue and Market Analysis
Evaluate arbitrage potential, ancillary services, capacity payments, and dispatch strategy risks
EPC & O&M Review
Assess EPC integration capability, commissioning risk, and long-term maintenance strategy
Financial Model Review
Validate CAPEX, OPEX, degradation assumptions, replacement cycles, cashflows, and debt metrics
Risk Assessment & Mitigation
Identify technical, commercial, performance, and lifecycle risks with mitigation strategies
RESPECTIVE DELIVERABLES: Site and permitting risk report, technology risk assessment, design review and gap analysis, grid interconnection risk report, revenue risk assessment report, EPC and O&M risk review, financial risk validation report, consolidated risk register
Red Flag Review (RFR)
For clients requiring a fast-track high level risk assessment, our Red Flag Review (RFR) provides a streamlined evaluation of critical project risks. This review is suitable for M&A transactions, early-stage investments, and urgent decision-making. The RFR highlights major risks and provides high-level recommendations.
RFR SECTION
SCOPE OF REVIEW
Site & Permitting
High-level review of land access, permitting, and environmental approval risks for BESS projects
Technology & Design
High-level assessment of battery technology, degradation risk, and system configuration
Engineering Configuration
Review of BESS architecture, PCS, HVAC, fire suppression, and SCADA integration risks
Grid & Interconnection
Identify key grid capacity, congestion, curtailment, and compliance risks
Revenue & Market
Highlight major risks in arbitrage, ancillary services, and revenue stacking strategies
EPC & O&M Risks
High-level assessment of contractor capability, integration complexity, and operational risk exposure
Financial & Risk Summary
Overview of financial assumptions and major project exposure risks
RESPECTIVE DELIVERABLES: Red flag summary report, Investment risk advisory note, Transaction technical report, Risk scoring matrix
Professional engineering services billed at R1050 per hour, based on scope, technical complexity, and project risk profile.