Energy storage technology prospects ranking

How can energy storage technology improve the power grid?

Resource Utilization Citation Ping Liu et al 2020 J. Phys.: Conf. Ser.1549 042142 The application of energy storage technology can improve the operational stability, safety and economy of the power grid, promote large-scale access to renewable energy, and increase the proportion of clean energy power generation.

Which energy storage technologies are most popular in Europe?

The publication volume in the five types of energy storage technologies in Europe is generally trending upward, with electrochemical energy storage having the fastest annual increase in publication volume.

What is the future of energy storage?

The future of energy storage is essential for decarbonizing our energy infrastructure and combating climate change. It enables electricity systems to remain in balance despite variations in wind and solar availability, allowing for cost-effective deep decarbonization while maintaining reliability.

What are the different types of energy storage technologies?

Energy storage technologies can be broadly categorized into five main types: mechanical energy storage, electrical energy storage, electrochemical energy storage, thermal energy storage, and chemical energy storage [, , , ]. Mechanical energy storage has a relatively early development and mature technology.

Which type of energy storage has the highest percentage of publications?

In terms of percentage of publications, electrochemical energy storage has the highest percentage of publications, while electromagnetic energy storage exceeds chemical energy storage, with a continually increasing percentage of publications. The United States' publication volume in the field of EST is slightly lower than Europe's.

Why should we study energy storage technology?

It enhances our understanding, from a macro perspective, of the development and evolution patterns of different specific energy storage technologies, predicts potential technological breakthroughs and innovations in the future, and provides more comprehensive and detailed basis for stakeholders in their technological innovation strategies.