MNRE Secretary Unveils Groundbreaking Study on Grid-Scale Energy Storage
The comprehensive initiative explores a range of grid-scale energy storage solutions crucial for India's sustainable energy goals.
December 02, 2023. By Abha Rustagi
Conducted by IIT Roorkee under the leadership of Prof. Arun Kumar, the study was revealed at the Atal Akshaya Urja Bhawan, MNRE, New Delhi. The event, held on Nov. 29, 2023, witnessed the presence of esteemed guests, including Dr. Ajay Mathur, Director General, International Solar Alliance, and Prof. KK Pant, Director, IIT Roorkee.
The comprehensive initiative explores a range of grid-scale energy storage solutions crucial for India's sustainable energy goals, underscoring the necessity for a resilient and sustainable energy landscape in the country.
Bhalla acknowledged the importance of the study, stating, "I acknowledge the efforts of the IIT Roorkee team... The report is anticipated to play a pivotal role in empowering stakeholders in the energy sector, particularly in advancing the deployment of clean energy and energy storage solutions in the country."
The study delves into key aspects of the power sector, emphasizing the urgency for a resilient and sustainable energy environment in India. Dr. Ajay Mathur, Director General, International Solar Alliance, and an alumnus of IIT Roorkee, emphasized the critical role of energy storage in grid stability and renewable energy deployment, stating, "India has emerged as a global leader in adopting renewable energy technologies at scale... This report is a welcome and apt effort in that context, offering valuable insights for the sustainable advancement of our energy landscape."
The report presents actionable recommendations for the power sector vision, proposing explicit inclusion of energy storage in the National Tariff Policy and National Electricity Policy. It advocates for attractive tariffs to incentivize ancillary services and the introduction of a storage purchase obligation for relevant utilities. Regulators are advised to review and revise Grid Codes for greater flexibility, with clear ownership remuneration rules for energy storage technologies.
The study includes a techno-economic analysis of five prospective grid-scale storage technologies, with pumped storage emerging as the most cost-effective option. Prof. KK Pant, Director, IIT Roorkee, expressed gratitude for the support from ministries and emphasized the report's role in shaping policies for the accelerated adoption of clean energy technologies in India.
The event was attended by key figures such as MAKP Singh, Member, Hydro Central Electricity Authority, Rajnath Ram, Advisor Energy, Niti Aayog, and SR Narashimhan, CMD, India Grid Controller, along with senior officials from the Central Electricity Authority and renewable energy developers.
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