The Demonstration Projects Team at Sandia National Laboratories plays a crucial role in supporting the energy storage industry and collaborating with key stakeholders through public/private partnerships to advance the Department of Energy’s (DOE) objectives of enhancing and modernizing the nation’s power grid. Our efforts are essential for ensuring a reliable, resilient, and secure electricity delivery infrastructure. We achieve these goals through applied research focused on advanced energy storage systems and technologies, which are vital for improving grid stability, managing peak demand, and providing backup power during outages. By leveraging innovative research and development, we aim to facilitate the deployment of energy storage solutions that strengthen the overall resilience and security of the grid.
We collaborate closely with stakeholders to assess how energy storage can enhance grid resilience and reliability. This evaluation is conducted through comprehensive techno-economic analysis and system optimization tailored to specific applications. Our team provides guidance throughout the entire energy storage project lifecycle, offering support at each phase—from the development of Requests for Proposals (RFPs) to commissioning, acceptance testing, and ongoing operations and maintenance (O&M). By ensuring a thorough and systematic approach, we help our partners effectively implement energy storage solutions that meet their unique needs and contribute to a more robust power grid.
The outcomes of Sandia National Laboratories public/private collaborations not only supports the Department of Energy’s (DOE) goals but also strengthens the nation’s electric grid by leveraging our extensive capabilities. Our team accelerates the adoption of energy storage technologies, acting as a vital bridge between research and development efforts and their commercial implementation. We validate technical models and results by collecting and analyzing operational energy storage data, ensuring that our findings are grounded in real-world performance. Additionally, we contribute to the development of codes and standards, as well as best practices for the installation and operation of energy storage systems. By demonstrating the effectiveness of these technologies and showcasing their diverse benefits, we enhance public confidence in energy storage solutions, ultimately fostering a more resilient, reliable, and secure electricity delivery infrastructure.
The Demonstration Projects Team is actively involved with projects in the following locations:
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Energy Storage: Demonstrations and Validations
Contact
Waylon Clark
(505) 554-0120
wtclark@sandia.gov