This chapter provides an overview of stationary energy storage technologies. It examines the historical context and motivation for their development, highlighting their significance in meeting future energy demands. The chapter examines various categories of energy storage technologies, such as electrochemical (batteries and fuel cells), mechanical (pumped hydro, compressed air, and flywheel), thermal (sensible, latent, and thermochemical), chemical (power-to-gas and power-to-liquid), and emerging technologies, such as magnetic and supercapacitor energy storage. In addition, the chapter discusses market trends, potential obstacles and opportunities for energy storage technologies, emphasizing the significance of energy storage for achieving a sustainable and dependable energy future.
Applications | Overview of Energy Storage Systems
Genovese, Matteo;Piraino, Francesco;Fragiacomo, Petronilla
2024-01-01
Abstract
This chapter provides an overview of stationary energy storage technologies. It examines the historical context and motivation for their development, highlighting their significance in meeting future energy demands. The chapter examines various categories of energy storage technologies, such as electrochemical (batteries and fuel cells), mechanical (pumped hydro, compressed air, and flywheel), thermal (sensible, latent, and thermochemical), chemical (power-to-gas and power-to-liquid), and emerging technologies, such as magnetic and supercapacitor energy storage. In addition, the chapter discusses market trends, potential obstacles and opportunities for energy storage technologies, emphasizing the significance of energy storage for achieving a sustainable and dependable energy future.I documenti in IRIS sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.
