Standards for distributed energy storage devices

Coordinated, consistent, interconnection standards, communication standards, and implementation guidelines are required for energy storage devices (ES), power electronics connected distributed energy resources (DER), hybrid generation-storage systems (ES-DER), and plug-in electric vehicles (PEV). Interoperability is the ability of two or more devices to exchange information and to work together in a system. This is normally ... Standard for Interconnecting Distributed Resources with Electric Power Systems P1547.1 Draft Standard for Conformance Test Procedures for ... Energy Storage;Interconnection Standards

What standards are required for energy storage devices?

Coordinated, consistent, interconnection standards, communication standards, and implementation guidelines are required for energy storage devices (ES), power electronics connected distributed energy resources (DER), hybrid generation-storage systems (ES-DER), and plug-in electric vehicles (PEV).

Should energy storage be included in state interconnection standards?

Include energy storage as part of state interconnection standards—The definition of “generating facilities” in interconnection standards often omits mention of energy storage, which can create ambiguity about the ability of a storage system to apply under the rules.

What is a distributed energy resource?

distributed energy resource (DER): A source of electric power that is not directly connected to a bulk power system. DER includes both generators and energy storage technologies capable of exporting active power to an EPS. An interconnection system or a supplemental DER device that is necessary for compliance with this standard is part of a DER.23

What is the purpose of this IEEE standard?

The purpose of this IEEE standard is to provide a uniform standard for the interconnection and interoperability of distributed energy resources with electric power systems. It outlines requirements for interconnection and interoperability performance, operation and testing, as well as safety, maintenance, and security considerations.

Is es-der a distributed energy resource?

ES-DER is treated as a distributed energy resource in some standards, but there may be distinctions between electric storage and connected generation. In particular, storage-based systems may function as a load more than 50% of the time.

Should energy storage systems be transparent and non-discriminatory?

As energy storage markets grow, transparent and non-discriminatory interconnection standards for storage—whether standalone or BTM energy storage systems paired with DPV (“solar + storage”)—can help ensure a timely, cost-effective, and efficient process for developers, customers, and utilities. Figure 15.

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IEEE 1547.3 Overview

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