Energy Storage | copy-of-syngeni-v3

Introduction

Energy storage is very much as it sounds. Energy is generated at one point in time and stored for use later. This usually takes place when energy is at peak generating capacity and less energy is being used by the consumer. It is done at that time to ensure that less energy is wasted. Then once the energy is needed (high demand) the stored energy is utilized.

There are several methods to achieve energy storage including: compressed air energy storage, battery storage of electricity, water energy storage in the form of potential energy, and many others.

nGeni™ energy storage is proprietary and in the process of being protected by way of patent filings. It consists of two versions being designed to be deployed in high distributed fashion at the point-of-use (1) underground compressed air storage and (2) very high temperature energy storage (typically between 1000 degrees Celsius to 2000 degrees Celsius) enabling the local buffering of supply and demand across local energy networks and in the case of solar installations, enabling stand-alone units to operate for up to a week in total absence of sunshine.

Underground Compressed Air Storage (UCAS)

The UCAS storage vessels are made to store air at pressures up to 400 barometers. The air is stored underground so that the earth itself can provide containment strength, while a liner will provide sealing. Concrete provides additional strength for containment and safety.

High Temperature Solar Energy Storage (HTSES)

Made from a range of refractory materials, such as Olivine, and low cost materials including: recycled glass, basalt, and such materials the HTES can be adapted to achieve storage in temperatures above 1000 degrees Celsius. Thermal energy can be stored in a variety of mediums including: water, air, and molten salt. Solar collectors concentrate solar rays to heat up and store the heat in any one of the mediums. This heat can be stored for days.

Conclusion

Energy storage is a way to offset some of the possible drawbacks of using a renewable energy source, such as solar. The nGeni™ will effectively utilize both underground compressed air storage (UCAS) and high temperature solar energy storage (HTSES) to offset the drawbacks of being 100% solar.

This will allow for complete sustainability as well as energy available at all times - day or night. Energy storage right at the end use site means quick access to energy flows right when they are needed and minimizing waste heat losses. The nS.O.™ network will help to fully maximize energy storage and use in real time. Both of these technologies allow for lower costs and much higher efficiency for the overall nGeni™ unit.

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