Energy storage revenue calculation at the power generation end

Is there a revenue estimation tool for energy storage sizing?

A straightforward and computationally efficient tool for estimating revenue and optimizing energy storage sizing is useful to help interested parties consider appropriate energy storage systems to invest in for maximizing the benefits of their generation assets. This paper focuses on the revenue estimation portion of such as tool.

Should energy storage systems be paired with specific generation assets?

Pairing an appropriate energy storage system (e.g., considering type, sizing and control) with specific generation assets in a particular market can increase benefits and financial performance of the resulting integrated generation and storage system.

Is energy storage a profitable business model?

Although academic analysis finds that business models for energy storage are largely unprofitable, annual deployment of storage capacity is globally on the rise (IEA, 2020). One reason may be generous subsidy support and non-financial drivers like a first-mover advantage (Wood Mackenzie, 2019).

What is energy storage & how does it work?

Energy storage can participate in wholesale energy, ancillary, and capacity markets to generate revenue for storage owners. It can also be used by load serving entities for load management and thereby reduce the cost for procuring electricity and various capacity reservations in power markets.

How can energy storage be profitable?

Where a profitable application of energy storage requires saving of costs or deferral of investments, direct mechanisms, such as subsidies and rebates, will be effective. For applications dependent on price arbitrage, the existence and access to variable market prices are essential.

How do you value energy storage?

Valuing energy storage is often a complex endeavor that must consider different polices, market structures, incentives, and value streams, which can vary significantly across locations. In addition, the economic benefits of an ESS highly depend on its operational characteristics and physical capabilities.