Sorting rules of energy storage sector values

What drives adoption of energy storage systems?

An enticing prospect that drives adoption of energy storage systems (ESSs) is the ability to use them in a diverse set of use cases and the potential to take advantage of multiple unique value streams.

How does storage enter the regulating power market?

Storage can enter the regulating power market through a reservation agree-ment (remunerated with an availability payment) before the day-ahead mar-ket auctions close, or in an energy-only real-time market.

How does the regulatory framework affect energy storage deployments?

The regulatory framework and economic structure of an electricity market determines the level of competition that exists at different levels of the electric power industry and is an important consideration when examining the potential for energy storage deployments.

How do you value energy storage?

Valuing energy storage is often a complex endeavor that must consider different polices, market structures, incentives, and value streams, which can vary significantly across locations. In addition, the economic benefits of an ESS highly depend on its operational characteristics and physical capabilities.

What is the business case for energy storage in a remote power system?

This project is scheduled to come online in 2017. Overall, the business case for energy storage in a remote power system is built primarily around the ability of storage to maximize renewable generation use and minimize peak load, with secondary benefits including ensuring the overall stability of the system.

What types of energy storage systems can esettm evaluate?

ESETTM currently contains five modules to evaluate different types of ESSs, including BESSs, pumped-storage hydropower, hydrogen energy storage (HES) systems, storage-enabled microgrids, and virtual batteries from building mass and thermostatically controlled loads. Distributed generators and PV are also available in some applications.