Storage Solutions for Sustainable Future: Integrating Batteries, Supercapacitors, and Thermal Storage

¹ Associate professor, Dept of Electrical, Telecommunication and Computer Engineering, School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Kampala International University, isakha, Uganda
^2,6 Assistant Professor, Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, GMRIT, Rajam, Vizianagaram, Andhra Pradesh, India
³ Assistant Professor, Department of EEE, JNTUA College of Engineering, Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh, India
⁴ Professor, Department of EEE, Satya Institute of Technology and Management, Vizianagaram, Andhra Pradesh, India
⁵ Research Scholar, Department of Mechanical Engineering, GITAM Deemed to be University, Visakhapatnam, India

^* Corresponding author: ramakrishna.r@gmrit.edu.in

Abstract

Energy storage plays a critical role in enabling the widespread adoption of renewable energy sources and transitioning towards sustainable energy ecosystems. This research paper examines the integration of batteries, supercapacitors, and thermal storage technologies as storage solutions for sustainable futures. Beginning with an overview of each storage technology, including their benefits and limitations, the paper explores the advantages and challenges associated with their integration. Hybrid energy storage systems, combining multiple technologies, are analyzed for their potential to enhance performance and reliability. Smart control and management strategies are discussed, highlighting the importance of advanced algorithms and energy management systems in optimizing integrated storage systems. Environmental and economic considerations, such as lifecycle analysis and cost-effectiveness, are evaluated to assess the sustainability of integrated storage solutions. The paper also identifies future directions and innovations in energy storage technology and presents case studies showcasing successful integration efforts. Ultimately, this paper emphasizes the importance of integrated storage solutions in achieving sustainable energy goals and provides insights for policymakers, researchers, and industry stakeholders.