Can energy storage methods be used for black start services?

The different energy storage methods can store and release electrical/thermal/mechanical energy and provide flexibility and stability to the power system. Herein, a review of the use of energy storage methods for black start services is provided, for which little has been discussed in the literature.

What challenges impede energy storage-based black start service?

First, the challenges that impede a stable, environmentally friendly, and cost-effective energy storage-based black start are identified. The energy storage-based black start service may lack supply resilience. Second, the typical energy storage-based black start service, including explanations on its steps and configurations, is introduced.

Should hybridization of energy storage technologies be developed?

Results suggest that hybridization of energy storage technologies should be developed, which mitigates the disadvantages of individual energy storage methods, considering the deployment of energy storage-based black start services.

How can new energy suppliers use energy storage facilities?

New energy suppliers can use energy storage facilities by installing, renting or purchasing external services, so as to control the power output within the allowable fluctuation range.

What is the purpose of energy storage configuration?

From the time dimension, when the short-term (minute-level) output volatility of new energy needs to be suppressed, the main purpose of energy storage configuration is to offset the penalties of output deviations.

Why is energy storage important in a power system?

Energy storage of appropriate capacity in the power system can realize peak cutting and valley filling , reduce the pressure caused by the anti-peak regulation of new energy units, and smooth the fluctuation of new energy output .