SINNOGENES
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Description and objectives
In the transition to clean energy, the use of energy storage systems is critical. These systems can charge and discharge energy at strategic times. Storage technologies, such as grid-scale batteries, open up opportunities to match energy supply and demand. These systems enable renewable energy integration (RES) by providing various services. They can be large-scale (GW), medium-scale (MW) or local micro-systems (kW).
The research seeks to broaden the adoption of existing technologies and develop new ones. Each storage technology exploits technical and economic characteristics for specific applications, such as power, energy density, efficiency, life cycle and cost. Lithium-ion batteries, in particular, present significant commercial opportunities, especially in electric vehicles (EVs).
Storage investment decisions will depend on energy system evolution and operating costs. Integration of storage systems into the electric grid and into networks of other energy carriers, such as hydrogen and heat, is crucial for reliable operation of power systems. Interoperability is critical for the proper adoption of storage.
SINNOGENES proposes a variety of energy storage technologies applied in operational environments for different purposes. These technologies include thermal, mechanical, electrochemical and electrical storage. Each technology offers specific benefits that make it suitable for various applications, from frequency regulation to energy management.
Value proposition
- CIRCE's Main Objectives: We focus our efforts on three key objectives: Energy in Markets, Exploitation Activities and Regulatory Standardization.
- Leadership and Focus on Market Flexibility Requirements: We led task 2.1 in WP #2, focused on Market Flexibility Requirements and Consumer Acceptance. We mapped the minimum requirements for market participation, addressing both the technical perspective and market compatibility.
- Active Participation in Virtual Investment Planning Tools: We were actively involved in two tasks in WP #5. In task 5.2, we designed and developed tools for virtual investment planning, highlighting the value of hydro-pumped storage facilities through the use of digital twin capabilities.
- Development of Digital Twin Platform Components: In Task 5.3, we took responsibility at one of the demo-sites (#5 Ikaria, Greece) for developing three key components of the digital twin platform. This work contributes to the success of the demo in Ikaria, Greece, highlighting our expertise and leadership in the practical implementation of digital solutions in the energy field.
Project partners
UBE, ART, RINA-C, CIRCE, FBK, MINDS, CINT, UGE, CW, INESCTEC, FEUP, CARTIF, CIEMAT, INYCOM, FHA, SCHN, DLR, SAND, HEDNO, IPTO, UoA, CERTH