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4 FAQs about Is it necessary for companies to undertake energy storage projects

Why do we need energy storage?

The more renewables you integrate in the energy system, the more you need energy storage. Energy storage technologies play a vital role by storing excess renewable energy generation and releasing it when demand peaks.

Why do companies invest in energy storage?

The Companies argue that they selected the potential storage project locations in order to demonstrate the ability of energy storage to: (1) offset new upgrades to their distribution system; (2) eliminate the use of aging diesel generators that produce greenhouse gas emissions; and (3) address intermittency and smooth voltage from distributed e...

Do companies need to pre-authorize energy storage projects?

220The Companies state, however, that they are not requesting that the Department pre-authorize the specific energy storage projects identified in their filing (Exh. ES-GMBC-1, at 20). Instead, the Companies request that the Department find that the Companies' decision to invest in the energy storage demonstration program is reasonable.

What are the future opportunities for energy storage?

Batteries are currently the leading technology in terms of the number of domestic storage installations. However, technologies such as flywheels and super capacitors may also be potential future opportunities. Electricity storage is a proven technology in terms of time shifting diurnal energy usage.

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