Port of spain energy storage benefits calculation

How can ports reduce energy costs?

ESSOP has explored two ways in which ports can minimize their energy costs by using energy storage: • Optimising how to use PV solar generation to offset grid electricity. The wholesale price of energy varies every half-hour, and on a time-of-day tariff this variation is passed onto users.

How much energy storage will Spain have in 2024 - 2043?

Aim to ensure the effective deployment of energy storage. Spanish storage capacity from the current 8.3 GW, to 20 GW in 2030 and 30 GW in 2050. The PNIEC scenario for the hourly pool price projection calculation for the 2024 - 2043 horizon has been carried out by the Advisor based on PNIEC objectives using the software xPryce®.

Why is energy storage a critical port function?

Ensuring availability of these electrical resources to meet loads which are intermittent and uncertain is becoming a critical port function. It requires investment in multi-vector energy supply chains, energy storage in ports and their associated energy management systems.

How can ports reduce the dependence on grid-supplied electricity?

To minimize the dependence on grid-supplied electricity, ports are also investing in renewable generation notably PV solar on warehouse roofing and parking areas. Energy storage is also needed to optimize utilization of in-port generation and avoid curtailment when generation exceeds the available demand.

How much capacity does a pumping plant have in Spain?

Around 3.3 GW of installed capacity (pure pumping). Used on a large scale in Spain for many years. Considerable Spanish pipeline under development. Confidence in this technology by relevant entities of the sector. 870 MW of storage operative capacity. Plants with specific remuneration. 10-15 years of track record.

What is the best solution for a port?

The optimal solution for a port depends on multiple factors including: capacity of grid connection and cost of potential expansion of connection capacity; access to in-port renewable energy resources; types of vessel requiring shore power and their duty cycle.