Technology trends and challenges for pumped-storage plants and strategies for increased flexibility

  • K. Krüger, Voith Hydro Holding GmbH & Co KG, Germany
  • Vol. 31 - Issue 1, 2024

The inherent advantages of pumped-storage schemes for grid systems, where increasing amounts of volatile renewable energy are coming on line, make it dominant in the electricity bulk storage market. Pumped-storage capacity is increasing at a rapid rate in most parts of the world. This paper discusses technology developments supporting this trend, including improvements in flexibility.

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