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1 - Distributed Energy Storage Systems on the Electric Grid
Presentation Length: 15 minutes
The electric distribution system will be able to operate more effectively and efficiently with electricity storage products and technologies integrated into it. Electricity storage applications such as peak load management, asset deferral, improved reliability metrics, and intentional islanding for reduced customer outage time will support of electric distribution operations. Distribution system deployments, through aggregation, also have the opportunity to support market based programs, given a supportive regulatory environment. This session will explore electric distribution applications of both small distributed electricity storage systems (25-50kW) and substation sited electricity storage systems (500kW to MW class).
2 - Financing Storage
Presentation Length: 15 minutes
A key to the success of any technology and market segment is the ability to successfully finance projects. This panel will review financing of existing large scale storage projects and share their view on the future of storage project finance, addressing the role of the various storage technologies, required operating history, off-taker credit, market locations, and other factors. ESA is seeking presenters from the following perspective:
- Rate-based storage projects
- IPP storage projects
- Stand-alone storage projects vs. integrated with renewables
- Small developer
- Large developer, utility affiliate
3 - Storage for End Users and Microgrids
Presentation Length: 15 minutes
This panel will focus on the use of electricity storage in microgrids. Micro grids are increasingly being considered by military installations and industrial facilities. Power quality and reliability must be addressed in most microgrids, as they are more sensitive to load and generation fluctuations and sudden loss of generation than large grids. ESA is seeking presentations based upon real storage projects in such an application which highlight the specific services being provided; and communicate the benefits of using storage in contrast to other alternatives, especially the economic benefits. Will also consider papers that address the growth opportunities for storage in this area.
4 - Economics of Storage
Presentation Length: 15 minutes
This panel will explore the benefits of using stationary electricity storage in utility applications, how the applications can be combined to create value, and how societal (e.g., improved reliability, reduced emissions) and intangible benefits (e.g., reduced implementation time, footprint, permitting requirements, or water use) can be monetized. In addition to theoretical cost benefit analysis, ESA is seeking abstracts for presentations describing case studies or projects that demonstrate a positive business thereby validating that storage is economically viable today.
5 - Use of Storage in Large Scale Applications for Generation and Transmission
Presentation Length: 15 minutes
This panel will focus on the use of large scale electricity storage systems as an alternative to traditional generation, transmission or distribution technology; as a key element in the integration of large scale renewables; or other applications. Preference will be given to projects that are in commercial operation, are several megawatts in size, and enlightens the audience through the presentation of key performance metrics. The presenter should highlight the specific services being provided, the reason storage was chosen over more traditional technologies, and communicate the benefits of the storage project to the owner or off-taker.
6 - Beyond the US: International Markets
Presentation Length: 15 minutes
This panel will explore the opportunities for electricity storage in international markets. ESA is looking forward to presentations focusing on the international market overview and policies that are enabling electricity storage projects in those regions. These presentations should highlight the key value drivers for electricity storage around the world. The goal of this session is to identify the next big opportunities for electricity storage in these markets. Anticipated regions include:
- Latin America
- Europe
- Asia
- Australia
7 - “Edge of Grid” Operational Experience
Presentation Length: 15 minutes
Utilities, customers and vendors, alike, have started to realize the additional values that a broadly distributed electricity storage system installed at the edge of the grid would offer. These units, under 100kW and often operated by the utilities as an aggregated fleet, have been in use in Australia for some time and have started to appear on the US electric grid recently. Aggregation of the electric vehicle (EV or PHEV) batteries, new or used, is also an attractive option at the edge of grid. These small and broadly distributed electricity storage units, while helping utilities by offering many benefits like peak load management and asset upgrade deferral, would provide improved reliability metrics and reduced customer outage due to their proximity to the customers.
8 - Technology Radar
Presentation Length: 5 minutes
Electricity storage technology developments are numerous and varied. This session will review research and technology development by companies that are working on novel approaches to bring electricity storage to commercialization.
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