Can commercial batteries be used for peak load shifting?

Energy storage for peak load shifting Most industrial and commercial sites do not operate continuously, leading to fluctuating energy demand. By charging commercial batteries during non-peak times and discharging them during operational hours, businesses can significantly reduce peak demand charges.

What is load shifting?

Load shifting, a concept familiar to industrial and commercial sites for years, involves moving electricity consumption from one time period to another. For instance, an industrial process might be postponed to a different time when energy costs are lower or grid demand is less intense.

Does load shifting reduce energy usage?

Load shifting is generally energy neutral, meaning it does not reduce the total amount of energy used. While it helps lower demand charges, it doesn’t necessarily reduce overall usage charges, as the postponed activity will still consume the same amount of electricity when eventually performed. However, it still supports sustainability efforts.

Is load shifting good for sustainability?

Whilst load shifting can help end-users reduce their total demand charges, it may not necessarily reduce overall usage charges. If the postponed production is to take place, it will still require a certain amount of electricity. This is not to say that load shifting isn’t still good for sustainability.

What happens if load is shifted in a frequency response event?

If load is shifted to participate in a frequency response event, the business is still helping the grid to integrate intermittent renewable energy and thus reducing reliance on carbon-based power plants. Load shifting in action Load shifting is best practiced when connected to an intelligent energy platform.