Germany pumped storage power generation

How would Germany benefit from pumped storage systems?

The secured capacity from pumped storage systems can rise to up to 16GW. Germany would be able to build and run fewer new gas power plants. The operation of the pumped storage systems would be profitable, and power generation costs would drop. At the same time macro-economic benefits are expected.

How much electricity can pumped storage systems use in Germany?

The study shows that with a 60% share, about 2TWh of electricity can be additionally utilized, if the pump storage systems in Germany are extended to a capacity of 15GW. At the same time, up to 13GW of secured capacity from pumped storage systems would be available.

How many pumped storage power plants are there?

The plant group's total installed capacity is 807 MW, with an average annual generation of about 1,300 GWh The Pumped storage power plant group (PSW) operates five pumped storage power plants with a capacity of 884 megawatts.

What is Germany's largest pumped storage project?

The Goldisthal pumped storage project, at 1060MW is Germany’s largest, followed by Markersbach at 1050MW. Both projects are owned by Vattenfall, which plans to raise the height and regenerate the upper and lower reservoirs of the Markersbach plant in 2015-16.

What is Langenprozelten pumped storage power plant?

The Langenprozelten pumped storage power plant is the only pumped storage power plant in Deutsche Bahn's power grid and thus plays an important role in grid stability and power supply for traction current.

Is Swiss pumped hydro storage potential for Germany's electricity system?

van MEERWIJK, A.J.H., BENDERS, R.M.J., DAVILA-MARTINEZ, A. et al. Swiss pumped hydro storage potential for Germany’s electricity system under high penetration of intermittent renewable energy. J. Mod.