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
“Utility-scale energy storage provides a range of services that can help make the electric grid more reliable, efficient, and resilient.” With the increasing penetration of variable renewable energy (VRE) sources in the grid, the role of energy storage becomes increasingly critical. A utility-scale battery energy storage system (BESS) is a Read more
“Grid-scale energy storage systems are essential for the large-scale integration of renewable energy sources into the grid, providing a means of smoothing out variability and ensuring a consistent supply of electricity to consumers.” In recent years, renewable energy sources such as solar and wind power have become increasingly popular as Read more
“When selecting a grid-scale energy storage system, it is important to consider factors such as rated power capacity, energy capacity, storage duration, cycle life/lifetime, self-discharge, state of charge, and round-trip efficiency. Understanding these key characteristics can help ensure that the chosen system is able to effectively manage grid variability and Read more
“When it comes to grid-scale energy storage, location is everything. The optimal siting of a BESS can make all the difference in providing cost-effective, reliable, and sustainable services to the grid.” Battery energy storage systems (BESS) are becoming increasingly popular in the electric grid as a means of balancing power Read more
Case Study 1: Hornsdale Power Reserve The Hornsdale Power Reserve, located in South Australia, is the world’s largest lithium-ion BESS with a capacity of 100 MW/129 MWh. The installation began operation in December 2017 and provides two primary services: energy arbitrage and contingency spinning reserve. For energy arbitrage, the BESS Read more
The world is gradually shifting towards renewable energy sources, and there is a growing need for grid-scale energy storage systems to help integrate these sources into the electricity grid. The government of India has recently come up with multiple tenders on grid-scale energy storage from SECI, indicating the country’s focus Read more
As the world continues to push towards a cleaner and more sustainable future, finding ways to store and use renewable energy effectively becomes increasingly important. One promising avenue is the use of ammonia as an energy storage medium. Not only can ammonia be stored in bulk in liquid form at Read more
In recent years, India has been taking steps to reduce its carbon footprint and promote sustainable development. One of the proposed initiatives is the trading of Energy Savings Certificates (ESCerts). These certificates would represent the energy saved by energy-intensive industries, which can then be traded in a market-based system. To Read more
Innovation is at the heart of the cooling industry, as designers and engineers continue to explore new and improved ways of keeping buildings cool. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at seven innovative cooling systems that are making waves in the industry. (a) Evaporative Cooling Evaporative cooling is Read more