Renewable Energy Storage in Batteries (BESS)

Energy storage is essential to maximizing renewable energy sources, as this system is activated whenever renewable energy is not available.

Renewable energies, such as solar and wind, are by nature variable, as they depend on how much radiation or wind there is to produce energy. However, thanks to current technological advances, we can store the power generated by these sources to ensure its availability 24 hours a day. This is possible thanks to Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).

Future Technology: Battery Storage Systems

Battery storage systems are crucial for the future of electricity systems. Their primary function is to store energy for use at times of high energy demand, thus balancing supply and demand and contributing to the stabilization of the power grid. Nowadays, batteries are the most widely used storage system and are undergoing a remarkable technological evolution. Every year, new materials and advanced technological solutions are incorporated to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and adopt a design-to-recycle approach, thus promoting product sustainability.

How Battery Storage Works

Battery storage systems can store the energy generated by renewable energy plants when it is generated in excess or when there is low demand in the electrical grid so that it can later be used when the electrical system requires it. Their operation is similar, on another scale, to that of the external batteries we use for our electronic devices, storing chemical energy to be released when needed.

In times of high demand, the storage system can supply stored energy quickly, while in low-demand situations, it can be recharged with surplus power from the grid. Thus, it plays a crucial role in the stability of electricity grids and gives security to everyone's electricity supply.