The Energy Storage Program Mission
The goal of the Energy Storage Program is to develop advanced energy storage technologies and systems, in collaboration with industry, academia, and government institutions that will increase the reliability, performance, and competitiveness of electricity generation and transmission in the electric grid and in standalone systems.
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Recent News
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New research paves the way for improved zinc-alkaline battery performance and reliability
Findings shed light on the mechanisms of zinc passivation, a critical factor affecting the performance of zinc battery systems Rechargeable alkaline zinc batteries are a promising technology for large-scale stationary energy storage due to their high energy density, as well as their use of abundant and inexpensive raw materials. New research has clarified an underlying… Read More
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Lessons from a decade of vanadium flow battery development: Key insights shared
Researchers shared insights from past deployments and R&D to help bridge fundamental research and fielded technologies for grid reliability and reduced consumer energy costs In a recent presentation at the Electrochemical Society symposium, insights from a decade of vanadium flow battery development were shared, emphasizing the importance of testing at various scales, addressing safety and… Read More
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IEEE Standard on Battery Management Systems published
On February 7, 2025, the IEEE Std 2686-2024 Recommended Practice for Battery Management Systems in Stationary Energy Storage Applications was published. This recommended practice describes battery management fundamentals, including best practices for its design and configuration. It outlines the hardware and software architectures commonly used in battery management and provides a list of battery management… Read More
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New report and open-source tool offer more precise model for battery arc flash
Refined approach for battery arc flash modeling helps to inform appropriate safety controls for battery systems’ installation and maintenance. Read More