Energy storage system expansion planning in power systems: a review. Issue 11 (13th July 2018)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Sheibani, Mohammad Reza; Yousefi, Gholam Reza; Latify, Mohammad Amin; Hacopian Dolatabadi, Sarineh
• Is Part Of: IET renewable power generation. Volume 12:Issue 11(2018)
• Page Start: 1203
• Page End: 1221
• Publication Date: 2018-07-13
• Subjects: smart power grids -- energy storage -- distributed power generation -- renewable energy sources -- power distribution planning -- power transmission planning -- power distribution economics -- power transmission economics; distribution networks -- energy storage system expansion planning -- power system restructuring -- distributed energy sources -- renewable energy sources -- smart grid concept -- energy resources -- energy storage systems utilisation -- power system operators -- ESS expansion planning -- microgrids -- transmission networks -- RES output power -- profit maximisation; Renewable energy sources -- Periodicals; 333.79405
• DOI: 10.1049/iet-rpg.2018.0089
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1752-1416

Abstract

Abstract : In recent two decades, the power systems have confronted with considerable changes such as the power system restructuring, growth of distributed energy sources and renewable energy sources (RESs), and emergence of smart grid concept. One of the common challenges caused by these changes is flexibility necessity of energy resources. One of the best solutions to mitigate this challenge is energy storage systems (ESSs) utilisation. The main question is how to determine size, site, and type of ESSs to maximise their benefits. This study reviews the answers to this question according to the research studies. This study first classifies the studies related to ESS expansion planning into two main categories from the viewpoint of the power system operators and the investors. Next, the first main category is divided into three subcategories: ESS expansion planning in microgrids, distribution networks, and transmission networks. The second main category is classified into two subcategories: ESS expansion planning aim to smooth RESs output power and to maximise profit. In each subcategory the modelling approaches, solving methods, and the results are evaluated. Finally, based on the existing challenges, the future research directions of ESS expansion planning are outlined.