National measures to support gravity energy storage

What is gravity energy storage?

Gravity energy storage (GES) technology relies on the vertical movement of heavy objects in the gravity field to store or release potential energy which can be easily coupled to electricity conversion. GES can be matched with renewable energy such as photovoltaic and wind power.

What is NASB energy storage project?

In 2011, the first national NaSB power plant demonstration "NaSB Energy Storage Project" in "industry-university-research cooperation" mode was launched. It is designed as outdoor warehouse and the overall storage capacity is 1.2 MWh. In December 2014, the first warehouse was connected to the grid and entered into operation phase.

What is the energy storage system?

The energy storage system includes 1×5 MW×2 h LiB, 1×2 MW×2 h VRFB. And the wind power of 99 MW had been put into operation in August 2012. The system is connected with the 35 kV bus. Through intelligent control, the system stores and releases power according to the coordinating with wind power.

Is energy storage a key innovation field in China?

In November 2014, the State Council of China issued the Strategic Action Plan for energy development (2014–2020), confirming energy storage as one of the 9 key innovation fields and 20 key innovation directions.

What is the White Book for energy storage industry in 2014?

White book for energy storage industry in 2014. China Energy Storage Alliance 2014. China Electricity Council. The study on the development policy of energy storage industry. China Power Enterprise Management 3; 2015. p. 24–28. Global energy storage distribution: the US accounts for 40% and Japan accounts for 39%.

Is energy storage a precondition for large-scale integration and consumption?

So to speak, energy storage is the precondition of large-scale integration and consumption of RES. However, China's energy storage industry is at the exploration stage and far from commercialization. This restricts the development of RES to certain extent. For this reason, this paper will concentrate on China's energy storage industry.