In VENUS, IKEM is investigating how the transport sector can contribute to stabilizing the grids in a renewable electricity system.
Due to the increased use of volatile renewable energy sources and the electrification of other sectors, the electricity grid is facing major challenges. The existing electricity grid must be used efficiently, generation and consumption must always be balanced and the stability and quality of the electricity supply must be guaranteed at all times. To make this possible, the flexibility of energy generation plants, storage facilities and consumers can be used.
The project aims to determine what contribution the transport sector and transport infrastructure can make to stabilizing the electricity grid. To this end, the project team is investigating the technical, economic and legal framework conditions for the provision of grid services. In addition, the researchers select model regions in which they carry out a detailed inventory of energy systems and storage capacities and quantify the economic potential. Based on the research results, concrete recommendations for action for the transport sector are developed, including proposals for the adaptation of laws and technical guidelines.
Cross-modal utilization potential of generation and storage capacities for grid services
Principal: Eisenbahn-Bundesamt , Deutsches Zentrum für Schienenverkehrsforschung
Project partner: Reiner-Lemoine-Institut
Duration: 02/2025–01/2026
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