Quantitative Assessment of Energy Storage Systems For Enhanced Utilization of Renewable Energy in Agricultural Setting   : Quantitative Assessment of Energy Storage Systems For Enhanced Utilization of Renewable Energy in Agricultural Setting

Ahmed Majbel

doi:10.61710/kjcs.v3i2.109

Authors

Ahmed Majbel موظف في مديرية مجاري كربلاء المقدسة

Keywords:

Energy storage systems, renewable energy , quantitative evaluation, sustainability

Abstract

This study presents a comprehensive quantitative assessment of Energy Storage Systems (ESS) to enhance the integration of renewable energy in agricultural settings. Given the intermittent nature of solar and wind energy, ESS offers a strategic solution to ensure energy reliability for critical farming operations such as irrigation, processing, and cold storage. The research employs dynamic simulation models, field data from Egypt, India, and Brazil, and techno-economic analysis to compare battery, thermal, and hydropower storage technologies. Key performance indicators—including energy efficiency, Levelized Cost of Storage (LCOS), carbon reduction, and user satisfaction—are evaluated across diverse agro-climatic zones. Results reveal that no single ESS is universally optimal; each technology has trade-offs based on climate, cost, and scalability. The study highlights the importance of climate-specific system design, targeted subsidies, and capacity-building initiatives to support the adoption of sustainable energy solutions in agriculture. Findings aim to guide policymakers, engineers, and farmers toward resilient, low-emission agricultural energy systems.

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Quantitative Assessment of Energy Storage Systems For Enhanced Utilization of Renewable Energy in Agricultural Setting