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The Journey to Net-Zero: Enabling Rapid Deployment of LDES

Wednesday, September 13, 2023
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM PDT
Location: Veronese, 2503, Level 2, The Venetian
Storage

Learning Level: 201: Applies to those with some experience who are looking to build on or enhance existing knowledge.
Long duration energy storage (LDES) offers flexibility and resiliency to the grid. As the LDES market continues to grow, it’s important to support all sizes of projects and scale-up the market. In this session, attendees will learn from companies who have designed and installed innovative projects in California - from a tribal fire station to a convenience store. Learn how LDES can manage solar power to these projects, and provide backup energy during times of strain and offer the balance, flexibility, and stability needed to keep operations running. LDES technologies vary widely with different characteristics, making them suitable for different applications. We need to scale LDES over the next decade to achieve decarbonization goals, and we can start at the local level.

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand the importance of long duration energy storage (LDES) in providing flexibility and resiliency to the grid. Learn about the benefits of LDES in managing solar power, providing backup energy, and ensuring the stability of operations during times of strain
  • Explore innovative projects in California that have implemented LDES solutions in various settings, such as a tribal fire station and a convenience store. Gain insights into the design and installation process of these projects and understand how LDES technologies are tailored to meet specific needs and applications.
  • Learn about the role of scaling up LDES in achieving decarbonization goals. Understand the diverse characteristics of LDES technologies and their suitability for different applications. Explore the potential for local-level initiatives to contribute to the broader scaling of LDES over the next decade.