Consequences of switching electrical equipment without energy storage

What are the consequences of poor use of electrical equipment?

The consequence of poor usage of electrical equipment could come in different forms like Electric shock, burns, fire, and electrocution. It is very important to use electrical equipment safely to derive full benefit from it.

How can smart electrification improve the power grid?

In addition, integrating renewables efficiently into the power grid requires modernised infrastructures. Smart electrification strategies include innovative grid management tools, which optimise energy flows, minimise curtailments, and enhance system resilience.

Why do we need a modernised power system?

As a result, cost-efficiency in manufacturing is improved, equipment reliability is enhanced, and priority is given to deployment of storage solutions in locations where they can add more value to the power systems. In addition, integrating renewables efficiently into the power grid requires modernised infrastructures.

How can a battery energy storage system maximise the use of solar energy?

To maximise the use of the solar energy that is available some hours of the day, the electricity production from the panels must exceed the needs in that period, so that excess can be stored and utilised later, until the sun shines again. This is possible with battery energy storage systems (BESS).

Should storage systems be regulated?

Depending on the national contexts, regulatory reforms might be needed to ensure that storage systems’ capabilities -such as balancing grid variability, enabling peak-shifting, and increasing system resilience -are allowed and recognised.

How do we define effective and efficient objectives for storage and grids?

The most critical step to define effective and efficient objectives for the deployment of storage and grids that meet the specific needs of a country is the integrated assessment of the national power generation mix and flexibility sources.