The New Distribution Frontier: Storage for Grid Relief and Local Reliability

Recording of Wednesday, August 27, 2025 | ees South America 2025 | Conference Program | Language: English | Duration: 88:17 .

The New Distribution Frontier: Storage for Grid Relief and Local Reliability

The growing use of distributed generation, rising power demand, and worsening weather disruptions have been straining distribution grids. This panel will discuss how local energy storage can help ease grid pressures, postpone structural upgrades, and ensure reliable supply in critical areas, while providing grid operators with tangible benefits in service quality and operational efficiency.

Talks of this session:

Welcome and Introduction

Speaker

Adalberto Moreira Campello Filho
Commercial Manager
Baterias Moura
Brazil

Assessment of the Value of Storage as a Tool to Increase Hosting Capacity Flexibility in Distribution Networks

Speaker

Dr. Guilherme Susteras
Board Member
ABSOLAR
Brazil

Storage as a Solution for Local Reliability: Use Cases in Distribution

Speaker

Michele dos Reis
Innovation Manager - Storage Systems and Batteries
CEMIG
Brazil

Viable Business Models for Storage in Distribution

Speaker

Sergio Jacobsen
CEO
Micropower Energia
Brazil

Benefits of Distribution EES in High PV Grids - An Australian Case Study

Speaker

Joel Prata
Head of Grid
ACEnergy
Australia

Q&A

Further Content

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Reiche's Energy Transition Reality Check: Current Challenges for Photovoltaic and Storage Companies

November 13, 2025

Webinar with BSW Solar on the current political situation for photovoltaic and storage companies

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Legal Framework, Tax Calendar, and Public Policies: Where are we and Where are we Going?

Thursday, August 28, 2025, 02:00 pm - 03:30 pm

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In order to grow, the energy storage market in Brazil requires legal certainty, a supportive tax framework, and alignment with national policy instruments. This panel will review the developing regulatory framework, ongoing tax hurdles, and the potential pathways to help make energy storage a strategic priority for Brazil's plans involving energy, industry, and the ecological transition.

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The Role of Storage in Transforming the Amazon Region

Thursday, August 28, 2025, 04:00 pm - 05:30 pm

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Closing the Amazon region's energy access gap requires solutions that address its unique logistical, environmental and social challenges. Energy storage combined with renewable power can reliably provide clean, steady electricity to remote areas, fostering energy inclusion, reducing emissions and supporting local economies. This panel will examine technical approaches, policy frameworks and financing models to help make storage a driving force for sustainable development across the Amazon region.

Publications

European Market Outlook for Battery Storage 2025–2029

Comprehensive analysis of Europe’s battery storage market – now available for download

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The Technology Pipeline of Storage Systems: What's Next?

Thursday, August 28, 2025, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm

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Brazil's energy storage expansion involves technological developments far beyond battery cells; it must encompass materials R&D, electrochemical design, grid integration, safety standards, digitalization, and market applications. This panel will chart the complete BESS innovation roadmap, examining critical gaps and opportunities at each milestone, from advanced chemistries to smart controls and recycling systems.