Microgrids and the Integration of Energy Storage Systems

Dear Colleagues,

Decarbonization of the utility grid, market integration, consumer empowerment, and technical innovations all are key objectives in the international energy policy for the coming decades. Grid integration constraints are limiting the deployment potential of renewable energy sources (RESs). Therefore, while RESs are essential components to reach the key objectives, energy storage is the enabler that facilitates the integration of RESs in a cost-effective and flexible manner. The diversification of RES generation and integration of energy storage in modern power systems are also leading to the formation of island microgrids and microgrid clusters/communities for more reliable and sustainable electricity networks.

This Special Issue aims to publish high-quality research and review papers related to microgrids and energy storage systems. Topics of interest for publication include but are not limited to:

• Integration of RES;
• Behind-the-meter energy storage systems;
• Utility-scale storage systems;
• AC/DC microgrids;
• Island microgrids;
• Microgrid clusters/communities;
• Ancillary Services under high variable RES penetration;
• Maritime microgrids.

Dr. Alexander Micallef
Prof. Dr. Zhaoxia Xiao
Guest Editors

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