What is compressed air energy storage (CAES)?

Power-generation operators can use compressed air energy storage (CAES) technology for a reliable, cost-effective, and long-duration energy storage solution at grid scale.

What is CAES technology?

CAES, a long-duration energy storage technology, is a key technology that can eliminate the intermittence and fluctuation in renewable energy systems used for generating electric power, which is expected to accelerate renewable energy penetration , , , , .

What is CAES & how does it work?

The concept of CAES is derived from the gas-turbine cycle, in which the compressor (CMP) and turbine operate separately. During charging, air is compressed and stored with additional electricity, and the compression heat is stored in a thermal energy storage (TES) unit for future use.

What is Siemens Energy compressed air energy storage?

Siemens Energy Compressed air energy storage (CAES) is a comprehensive, proven, grid-scale energy storage solution. We support projects from conceptual design through commercial operation and beyond.

Does energy storage need a dynamic simulation tool?

For energy storage applications focused on improving the dynamic performance of the grid, an electromechanical dynamic simulation tool is required to properly size and locate the energy storage so that it meets the desired technical performance specifications.

Can software tools be used for valuing energy storage?

Taking advantages of the knowledge established in the academic literature and the expertise from the field, there are efforts from multiple parties (e.g., national laboratories, utilities, and system integrators) in developing software tools that can be used for valuing energy storage.