Use of austrian smart energy storage cabinet

What are energy storage systems?

Efficient and reliable energy storage systems are central building blocks for an integrated energy system based 100% on renewable energy sources.

Can energy storage systems be used in practical operations?

Innovative storage technologies and new fields of application for the use of energy storage systems are being researched and demonstrated in practical operations as part of national and international research and development activities.

How can electricity be stored?

Electrical energy can be stored mechanically (e.g. pumped storage, compressed air storage), electrochemically (classic battery), chemically (e.g. conversion of electricity into hydrogen/methane), electrically (magnetic storage) and also thermally.

How big is Austria's hydraulic storage power plant capacity?

In 2020, Austria had a hystorically grown inventory of hydraulic storage power plants with a gross maximum capacity of 8.8 GW and gross electricity generation of 14.7 TWh. This storage capacity has already played a central role in the past in optimising power plant deployment and grid regulation.