Irish Micro-Controlled Flywheel Energy Storage Company

What is flywheel energy storage?

It has received the support of Beacon Power, LLC, a US based company and global leader in the design, development and commercial deployment of proven flywheel energy storage technology at the utility scale. Flywheel technology produces and stores small but highly flexible amounts of power to suit grid requirements.

What was the first grid connected hybrid powered flywheel plant in Ireland?

The project involved developing and establishing the first grid connected Hybrid Powered Flywheel plant in Ireland. The plant comprised grid connected hybrid powered flywheels and battery technology. The fast responding plant was designed to allow energy to be transferred from the electricity grid system during period of low demand.

What are the benefits of a flywheel system?

2. Renewable Energy Integration These systems are particularly effective for integrating renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar. Flywheels can store excess energy generated during peak production times and release it when generation is low, ensuring a consistent energy supply.

Can short-duration flywheel energy storage improve grid stability?

We are optimistic about the potential in Ireland and Europe for short-duration flywheel energy storage as a key tool to help address the grid system stability impacts of leading implementation of renewable energy sources.