Overview and Prospect of distributed energy storage technology

Abstract

The combination of distributed generation and distributed energy storage technology has become a mainstream operation mode to ensure reliable power supply when distributed generation is connected to the grid. This paper first introduces two typical distributed energy storage technologies: pumped storage and battery energy storage. Then, it introduces the energy storage technologies represented by the “ubiquitous power Internet of things” in the new stage of power industry, such as virtual power plant, smart micro grid and electric vehicle. Finally, this paper summarizes and prospects the distributed energy storage technology.