Energy Storage Technology

In Energy Storage Technology, you'll learn ...

• Know the various types of energy storage systems (ESS)
• Know the benefits of ESS for generation
• Know how ESS can benefit T&D infrastructure
• Understand the advantages of lead-acid batteries

Overview

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Credit: 4 CPD

Length: 46 pages

This four-hour course covers the current status of electric utility grid-level energy storage systems. The benefits to the electric industry are discussed from the generator to the end-user. Several types of energy storage technologies are covered including battery systems, pump storage hydro, flywheels, compressed air storage, capacitor and even plug-in electric vehicles.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Identify the various types of energy storage systems (ESS).
• Explain the benefits of ESS for generation.
• Describe how ESS can benefit T&D infrastructure.
• Summarize the advantages of lead-acid batteries.
• Explain the benefits of sodium-sulfur batteries.
• Describe how compressed air can be used for energy storage.
• Recognize the potential benefits of PHEVs for energy storage.

Certificate of Completion

You will be able to immediately print a certificate of completion after passing a multiple-choice quiz consisting of 25 questions. CPD credits are not awarded until the course is completed and quiz is passed.