Integration of Energy Storage Technologies into Smart Grids and Modern Power Systems
A special issue of Energies (ISSN 1996-1073). This special issue belongs to the section "F1: Electrical Power System".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 July 2026 | Viewed by 7338
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Interests: integration of sustainable energy technologies into power systems; electricity market equilibrium; operation and control of power systems
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Dear Colleagues,
The increasing demand for sustainable and resilient power and energy systems is accelerating the transformation of power infrastructure. Central to this evolution is the integration of energy storage technologies into smart grids and modern power distribution systems. These advancements not only facilitate the reliable incorporation of intermittent renewable energy sources but also enable enhanced grid stability, load balancing, and energy management.
As the energy sector transitions away from traditional, centralized power generation models, energy storage systems (ESSs) have emerged as essential enablers of a flexible, decentralized, and intelligent power grid. From battery storage and pumped hydro to advanced thermal and mechanical solutions, these technologies offer the capacity to store excess energy during periods of low demand and release it in the face of peak loads—ensuring grid reliability and efficiency.
Moreover, the integration of ESSs plays a critical role in supporting the rise of prosumers, electric vehicles, demand response programs, and microgrids. However, realizing the full potential of these systems presents a host of technical, regulatory, and economic challenges. Key concerns include optimizing storage deployment, enhancing real-time control algorithms, designing cost-effective business models, and developing supportive regulatory frameworks.
This Special Issue seeks original research, review articles, and practical case studies that delve into the multifaceted applications of energy storage in smart grids and power distribution networks. Contributions are encouraged on topics such as system modelling and simulation, storage control strategies, grid integration approaches, economic and policy analysis, and the role of storage in enhancing grid resilience and sustainability.
Dr. Ahmed Awad
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- energy storage systems
- smart grids
- sustainable energy
- grid stability and resilience
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