Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS): Analysing the business case for grid ancillary services

In this virtual classroom, you will learn how Battery Energy Storage Systems stabilise power grids, support frequency control and strengthen the business case for renewable energy integration.

Key Skills Gained

Understand the crucial role of energy storage in power systems with high shares of variable renewable energy (VRE)
Identify and differentiate between various types of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and their applications
Analyze the current market development and growth drivers for BESS, both globally and specifically in Germany
Explain how large-scale BESS contribute to grid stability by providing ancillary services, with a focus on frequency control
Evaluate the business case for grid-stabilizing BESS, considering their competitiveness and advantages over rotating generators

Ideal for

Individuals with an interest in the Power-to-X (PtX) sector
Energy industry experts & project developers at early career stage
Financial analysts & investors
Policymakers & government officials
Engineers & consultants with focus on economic aspects of BESS projects
Professionals seeking a hydrogen energy expert certificate

Core Topics

The importance of energy storage in power systems with VRE
BESS market development: Global & Germany
Types of BESS (small, medium and large-scale)
Large-scale BESS for grid ancillary services
Analysing the business case for grid-stabilising BESS

Features

Flexibility to study at any time and from any location
Moderated discussion forum for students
Contact with learning facilitators
Multimedia learning materials
Discounts for our alumni. Contact us to request your voucher.

RENAC certificate upon successful completion of the course.

In this virtual classroom, you will learn how Battery Energy Storage Systems stabilise power grids, support frequency control and strengthen the business case for renewable energy integration.

Facts

Duration		15:00 - 16:00 CEST
Study time		1 hour
Language		English
Dates		12/11/2026
Expertises	Storage

Description

This virtual class explores Battery Energy Storage Systems and their function within modern power grids. It outlines how these systems contribute to grid stability, particularly in environments with increasing renewable energy integration.

Contact

Cintia Guerrero

RENAC Online Academy Manager

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Key Skills Gained

Understand the crucial role of energy storage in power systems with high shares of variable renewable energy (VRE)
Identify and differentiate between various types of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and their applications
Analyze the current market development and growth drivers for BESS, both globally and specifically in Germany
Explain how large-scale BESS contribute to grid stability by providing ancillary services, with a focus on frequency control
Evaluate the business case for grid-stabilizing BESS, considering their competitiveness and advantages over rotating generators

Ideal for

Individuals with an interest in the Power-to-X (PtX) sector
Energy industry experts & project developers at early career stage
Financial analysts & investors
Policymakers & government officials
Engineers & consultants with focus on economic aspects of BESS projects
Professionals seeking a hydrogen energy expert certificate

Core Topics

The importance of energy storage in power systems with VRE
BESS market development: Global & Germany
Types of BESS (small, medium and large-scale)
Large-scale BESS for grid ancillary services
Analysing the business case for grid-stabilising BESS

Features

Flexibility to study at any time and from any location
Moderated discussion forum for students
Contact with learning facilitators
Multimedia learning materials
Discounts for our alumni. Contact us to request your voucher.

35.00 €

This virtual class explores Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and their function within modern power grids. It outlines how these systems contribute to grid stability, particularly in environments with increasing renewable energy integration.
Participants will gain understanding of global and German BESS market developments, learn about different BESS types and their various applications, and examine how large-scale BESS provide essential grid ancillary services, for frequency control. The course will also cover the business case for grid-stabilizing BESS, with a focus on a pre-feasibility economic assessment
By the end of this class, participants will have an overview of the technical and economic basics of BESS for grid stabilisation and their role for renewable energy integration.

The class is designed to be interactive, with participants expected to engage by asking questions, responding to prompts from the speaker, and participating in live polls. Where possible, cameras should be on to enhance interaction, while microphones should remain off unless speaking.

The session is delivered synchronously online, with later access to the recording and slides shared during the class. A digital certificate of participation will be issued within 48 hours after the class and sent by email.

If a cancellation is needed, only allowed until 1 week in advance.

Level: Intermediate (basic understanding of grids, BESS; and economic valuation required)

Virtual Classroom

Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS): Analysing the business case for grid ancillary services

In this virtual classroom, you will learn how Battery Energy Storage Systems stabilise power grids, support frequency control and strengthen the business case for renewable energy integration.

Key Skills Gained

Ideal for

Core Topics

Features

Virtual Classroom

Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS): Analysing the business case for grid ancillary services

In this virtual classroom, you will learn how Battery Energy Storage Systems stabilise power grids, support frequency control and strengthen the business case for renewable energy integration.

Contact