Energy storage plays a significant role in reshaping the daily demand profile in an electricity grid. This is particularly relevant in systems where a significant portion of electricity generation comes from renewable energy sources like wind and solar, which do not produce power consistently throughout the day. In the current Read more…
One of the cornerstones of modern power infrastructure is the ability to handle peak power demands. For a long time, fossil fuel peaking plants, running primarily on diesel or natural gas, have been the go-to solutions for this issue. However, their environmental footprint, mainly in terms of greenhouse gas emissions, Read more…
In 2016, South Australia faced widespread blackouts following a series of severe storms (Baum & McGreevy, 2021). While some critics blamed renewable energy for the blackouts, a formal review indicated that extensive storm damage to infrastructure and overly sensitive power system protection mechanisms were the actual culprits (Harmsen, 2017). Instead Read more…
As the world’s population continues to burgeon, the scale of waste generation is reaching an unprecedented level, and emerging economies are becoming significant contributors to the global waste pile. India, with its burgeoning population and rapid urbanization, is no exception. While high-income countries are still the largest waste generators in Read more…
Organizations achieving carbon neutrality Company Industry Initiative Microsoft Technology Pledged to become carbon negative by 2030 Apple Technology Committed to becoming carbon neutral for entire supply chain by 2030 Google Technology Achieved carbon neutrality for global operations Infosys Technology Committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2040 Wipro Technology Committed to Read more…
The Indian government has recognized the immense potential of energy storage technologies in transforming the country’s mobility landscape and driving sustainable growth. In January 2019, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the National Mission on Transformative Mobility and Battery Storage, a strategic initiative aimed at boosting domestic manufacturing of batteries and Read more…
“Sodium sulfur batteries have the potential to be a game-changer in the stationary energy storage market, providing a cost-effective and efficient alternative to lithium-ion batteries. With Reliance’s investment in this technology, we may see a significant shift in the industry towards this promising technology.” Sodium-sulfur batteries (NaS) have long been Read more…
“With the growing demand for long-duration energy storage solutions, sodium-sulfur batteries have emerged as a promising technology due to their high energy density and potential for lower costs. Indian companies are already showing interest in this market, which could lead to further advancements and widespread adoption in the near future.” Read more…
Battery plus energy storage is a crucial aspect of the Indian electricity system as the country moves towards a cleaner and more reliable power supply. There are several potential use cases and value streams for storage in India, which can vary depending on local market conditions for each Indian state Read more…