Smart Storage Solutions.
Low-cost, reliable electricity is a critical economic driver. Distributed energy storage systems could help meet utility needs in meeting demand and managing associated peaks.
Electric Power Research Institute ( EPRI ): April 2007
Greensmith Energy Management Systems, LLC , provides Smart Storage solutions to the electric power industry. This revolutionary structure effectively redistributes available electricity and reduces peak demand by maximizing operational efficiency and better integrating renewable energy power sources. Rapidly emerging as a critical game-changer, productivity-based technology like Greensmiths Distributed Energy Storage System ( DESS ) will continue to play an increasing role as the industry transitions to enhanced deployment of renewable generation.
Greensmith helps address a number of key challenges faced by the electric utilities industry: Escalating Overall and Peak Demand Declining Electrical Infrastructure Environmental Regulations Carbon Cap-and-Trade Renewable Portfolio Standards (rps/res) Smart Grid Development
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Reduce Carbon Dioxide, Increase Renewable Generation.
Greensmith works directly with the utilities to enhance Smart Storage benets including CO2 reduction and renewable generation while maximizing reductions in costs. Unfortunately, most renewable generation does not coincide with peak electrical demand. The DESS solves this challenge by efciently storing energy upon production and redistributing it into the grid when needed. Greensmith holds several Smart Grid patents, and combines proprietary Smart Storage technology to increase a utilitys investment potential
Greensmith Intellectual Property Features:
Utility Company Transformers
1 Code and Algorithms, (Open ADR ) 2 Handles Multiple Client Protocols 3 NEMA 3 R and Industry Standards 4 Localized, Intelligent CPU 5 Proprietary & Exclusive to Greensmith 6 Proprietary Hardware and Embedded Software 7 Controllable Change Rate 8 Controllable Power Level 9 Safe Lithium Ion; Multiple Suppliers
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Overall Device Patent Pending
ENERGY SOURCES
NORMAL ENERGY DEMAND VERSUS PEAK LOAD SHIFTED
STORAGE AT THE EDGES OF THE GRID
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petrolium, nuclear, coal & natural gas
Greensmith Smart Storage Solutions feature advanced lithium-ion battery technology to effectively store all forms of electrical generation, and a proprietary Battery Management System (BMS), which releases power only when needed. The industry leading Distributed Energy Storage System (DESS) networks its batteries through clientserver networked technology, allowing them to be individually controllable while maintaining the capacity for more centralized management.
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Storage Overview
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The Greensmith DESS solution permits utilities and Regional Transmission Organizations (RTO) to load-shift across time and customers to more efciently manage electricity demand, reduce costs, and increase energy distribution reliability.
Greensmith Launches Intelligent Distributed Energy Storage System. Reuters 2 December 2008.
Residential Benefits to Power Companies: Redistributes Supply According to Demand. Defers Capital Investment in Generation Plant, Transmission and Distribution Infrastructure. Economically Integrates Solar, Wind and other Renewable Generation. Increases Reliability with Ancillary Services through Aggregation.
illustrative demand with wind & solar
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Key Observations in Renewable Energy:
DESS
LiFP Battery:
8+ year lifespan >3000 cycles Operate outdoors Low maintenance Small footprint Fully recyclable
solar generation
The US and Nations Across the World Have Made Broad Commitments to Renewable Energy. Homes May Not be Able to Absorb All Solar Generation, Leading Excess Solar Power to be Sent Back to the Grid. Winds Intermittency Offsets its Great Potential. Smart Storage Greatly Enhances Renewables by Aligning their Intermittent and Off-Peak Generation with Peak Demand.
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Give back to the grid with solar panels and Greensmith DESS.
Specications
Lithium-Ion Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) Battery Pack
SMART STORAGE UNIT BATTERY DIAGRAM
Number of Battery Cells Individual Cell Nominal Capacity Individual Cell Voltage Limits g Charge g 4.25 V 2.5 V <-2 <-2 ca <-10 0.3 ca 16 400 Ah
40.0 in.
Discharge Max Charge current Max Discharge Current Constant current Impulse current
24.25 in.
53.1 in.
Standard Charge/Discharge Current Cycle life, cycles y y 80% DOD 70% DOD Temperature Durability of Case y Operating Temperature Charge g Discharge g Self Discharge Rate Individual Cell Weight
Lithium-Ion Iron Phosphate ( LiFePO4) Batteries Safety Features: Uses Stringent Safety Standards Designed for Electric Vehicles Proven to Withstand Extreme Circumstances (i.e. Piercing, Crushing, and Direct Fire) Internal Gel Electrolyte Instead of Liquid Cabinet Enclosure Designed for Long-Term, Outdoor Use Independently Tested by Industry Laboratories
>=2000 times >=3000 times <=250 -25_75_ -25_75_ <=3% (Monthly) y 13.5 kg
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