Energy storage systems have a key role to play in smoothing electricity consumption in South Africa because such systems can reduce peak demand, enable broader and more efficient use of alternative energy and renewable-energy systems, as well as enable more efficient use of existing capacity.
This is the view of several experts from the public and private sectors, who note that energy storage technologies have a role to play at residential, commercial, industrial and utility levels. The profile of energy storage has risen markedly in recent months after Tesla, led by serial entrepreneur Elon Musk, unveiled its Powerwall home battery solution. But energy storage is a far broader subject, incorporating various solutions, from pumped storage and concentrated solar power to battery technologies. In addition, experts stress that consideration also needs to be given to managing the electricity grid in an increasingly complex and heterogeneous energy ecosystem.
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This is the view of several experts from the public and private sectors, who note that energy storage technologies have a role to play at residential, commercial, industrial and utility levels. The profile of energy storage has risen markedly in recent months after Tesla, led by serial entrepreneur Elon Musk, unveiled its Powerwall home battery solution. But energy storage is a far broader subject, incorporating various solutions, from pumped storage and concentrated solar power to battery technologies. In addition, experts stress that consideration also needs to be given to managing the electricity grid in an increasingly complex and heterogeneous energy ecosystem.
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