Energy storage solutions to decarbonize electricity

15.09.2023

Sonja Wogrin et al. published a new paper about energy storage solutions to decarbonize electricity through enhanced capacity expansion modelling.

To achieve our global decarbonization goals, our electricity systems are in for a major transformation. With renewable energy sources on the rise, energy storage is set to play a crucial role in balancing supply and demand. Grid planners, NGOs, policymakers, and more rely on capacity expansion models to shape energy policies and investments. It's vital that these models fully embrace the potential of energy storage in our journey towards a cleaner, greener future. In their latest paper, Sonja Wogrin et al conduct an extensive review of literature on how energy storage is represented in these models. They uncover challenges and offer insights on how to enhance these models to drive decarbonization and maximize societal benefits.

Full article:

• Levin, T., Bistline, J., Sioshansi, R. et al. (2023).
  Energy storage solutions to decarbonize electricity through enhanced capacity expansion modelling.
  Nature Energy
  https://doi.org/10.1038/s41560-023-01340-6