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The transition to a 100% renewable electricity system in Europe is generating a significant transformation in the energy landscape, posing technical challenges that require a reassessment of the stabilizing fundamentals of the system. One of the critical elements in this context is electrical inertia, traditionally provided by synchronous generators located in thermal, nuclear, and hydroelectric power plants. This inertia is essential for maintaining frequency stability in the system in the face of sudden changes in energy demand or generation.
With the rise of renewable sources like solar and wind, which are connected to the grid through electronic inverters, it has become evident that they do not naturally provide inertia. This poses a considerable risk to grid stability, as the absence of large rotating masses, which have acted as buffers for over a century, could lead to unexpected blackout situations.
The traditional model of inertia also presents inherent limitations, as it depends on generating energy through moving masses. This approach is not only inefficient and costly but also contributes to pollution. Therefore, advanced battery technology, incorporating grid-forming inverters, emerges as an innovative solution. These allow for instant power injection and provide virtual inertia without emissions, thus improving the efficiency and responsiveness of the system.
Looking ahead, it is crucial not only to evaluate the cost or the amount of energy generated but also to focus on system stability and its ability to respond to disturbances. Proper management of inertia will be essential for maintaining balance in an increasingly renewable-dominated electricity system, where the lack of inertia could become a greater obstacle than the lack of sunlight or wind.
Fortunately, while large inertia generators are on the decline, digital solutions offer rapid responses within milliseconds, marking a shift toward a more efficient and less polluting energy paradigm. In this context, AleaSoft Energy Forecasting plans a webinar for May 22, where perspectives on the European energy market and the importance of battery storage will be discussed, addressing topics of demand forecasting and financial optimization, with the aim of advancing toward a more sustainable energy future.
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