Development of offshore energy storage technology

Are offshore energy storage solutions a sustainable future?

The design and implementation of innovative energy-efficient technologies exploiting renewable sources are critical issues towards the transition to a sustainable future. The benefits of developing offshore energy storage solutions are not limited to the decarbonisation of the oil and gas industry.

Can energy storage systems be deployed offshore?

The present work reviews energy storage systems with a potential for offshore environments and discusses the opportunities for their deployment. The capabilities of the storage solutions are examined and mapped based on the available literature. Selected technologies with the largest potential for offshore deployment are thoroughly analysed.

What are the benefits of offshore energy storage solutions?

The benefits of developing offshore energy storage solutions are not limited to the decarbonisation of the oil and gas industry. The shipping industry presents the opportunity for energy generation and consumption offshore (e.g., in the form of hydrogen or ammonia), locally generated by offshore renewable energy sources (RES).

How to identify promising energy storage solutions for offshore applications?

The methodology adopted to identify promising energy storage solutions for offshore applications is based on identifying energy storage requirements, performance, technologies and potential use in practical scenarios. 2.1. Offshore Energy Storage Requirements

Can storage systems be integrated into offshore wind farms?

By integrating storage systems into offshore wind farms, the project supports the development of next generation of offshore wind farms into advanced, multi-faceted energy hubs combining wind, energy storage, and potentially other renewable technologies.

What makes a good offshore energy storage system?

Offshore assets must include features such as black-start, continuous voltage support and frequency regulation. Due to the high operational costs, offshore energy storage technologies need to be sturdier and less maintenance intensive than their onshore counterparts.