Vol 8, No 2 (2023)

Energy Storage Systems for Power Grids

Authors:Vijendra Singh Rawat, Ashok Kanojya

Abstract:With the increasing penetration of renewable energy sources and the need for grid stability, energy storage systems (ESS) have emerged as crucial components of modern power grids. Energy storage technologies play a pivotal role in addressing the intermittency of renewable energy generation, enhancing grid reliability, and enabling energy arbitrage. This paper provides an overview of energy storage systems for power grids, discussing various types of ESS, their benefits, applications, challenges, and future prospects. The paper also highlights the importance of integrating ESS into grid management strategies to create a more sustainable and resilient energy infrastructure.

Keywords-Energy Storage Systems (ESS), Power Grids, Renewable Energy Integration, Grid Stability, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Pumped Hydro Storage, Thermal Energy Storage (TES), Flywheel Energy Storage.

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