Recording of Wednesday, August 26, 2026 | The smarter E South America Conferences 2026 | Language: English | Duration: 96:28 .

The Role of Battery Energy Storage Systems in the Future of Energy Management

The discussion centers on the transformative potential of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) in the global energy landscape, particularly in Brazil. The Smarter E initiative aims to enhance industry collaboration, focusing on innovative technologies and sustainable energy models. BESS integration is critical for addressing capacity demands, flexibility in energy management, and optimizing pricing structures. Challenges include regulatory constraints, price volatility, and the need for better market dynamics, which can hinder BESS effectiveness. Ongoing discussions emphasize the importance of well-designed tariffs to incentivize consumer participation and address energy consumption patterns. The evolution of pricing spreads highlights the need for strategic investments and the significance of consumer engagement in energy-saving initiatives. Overall, the emphasis is on how BESS can improve energy reliability, enhance market efficiency, and foster a sustainable future.

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Hourly and Locational Pricing: Strategies for Using BESS in More Dynamic Markets

The transition to more dynamic electricity markets requires economic signals that better reflect the value of flexibility across time and locations. This session will discuss how hourly tariffs, locational signals, and new pricing models can create new opportunities for battery energy storage systems. The panel will explore how BESS can support consumers, grids, and markets by responding to more granular price signals, reducing costs during critical periods, and contributing to more efficient power-system operations.

Talks of this session:

Welcome and Introduction

Speaker

Sérgio Jacobsen
Vice President of Storage
ABSOLAR - Associação Brasileira de Energia Solar Fotovoltaica
Brazil

Understanding Price and Locational Signals With Nodal Models

Speaker

Pedro Casara Luz
Senior Advisory Analyst
Aurora Energy Research
Brazil

From Wholesale to Retail: Economic Signaling as a Catalyst for the Development of BESS

Speaker

Jairo Terra
Head of Regulatory Affairs
PSR Energy Consulting and Analytics
Brazil

In Dynamic Markets

Speaker

Donato da Silva Filho
CEO
Volt Robotics
Brazil

Enel SPs Tariff Sandbox Experiment

Speaker

Dr. Lucca Zamboni
Research & Development Director
GESEL Electric Sector Study Group / CPFL
Brazil

Q&A