POWR 5560 Energy Storage Solutions

Technologies for battery, pumped hydro, and thermal energy storage in renewable grids.

Course overview

This course examines the technologies and systems used to store energy in modern renewable grids. You will explore battery systems, pumped hydro storage, and thermal energy storage, learning how each technology supports grid stability and reliability. The course covers the principles, design, and integration of these storage solutions.

Who takes this course

• Renewable Energy Systems

Credits: 3 · Hours: 45

Prerequisites

None

Learning outcomes

• Evaluate the performance characteristics of lithium-ion, flow, and solid-state battery systems.
• Calculate the capacity and efficiency requirements for pumped hydro storage facilities.
• Design thermal energy storage systems for industrial and grid-scale applications.
• Analyze the integration of various storage technologies into renewable energy grids.
• Assess the environmental and economic impacts of different energy storage solutions.

Evaluation