Impact of Battery Energy Storage System for an Energy Market within an LV Distribution Feeder

This research paper evaluates the impact of a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) on an energy market within a low-voltage (LV) distribution feeder. Specifically, the paper investigates the potential benefits of using the BESS for peak shaving and energy shifting within an LV distribution feeder. A simulation model is developed to analyze the impact of the BESS on the energy market, considering different scenarios for solar PV capacities including existing and incremented. As well as Battery Energy Storage system aids in energy shifting which can be considered as a solution for the energy market’s night-time operation. The results show that the BESS can effectively reduce the grid utilization on the feeder, resulting in significant cost savings and improved grid stability. Moreover, the BESS can facilitate energy shifting by storing excess energy during off-peak periods and discharging it during peak periods, which can further reduce the reliance on expensive peaking power plants. Overall, the findings of this study demonstrate the potential of BESSs for improving the effectiveness of energy markets within LV distribution feeders.