Dr Dipesh Patel D.Patel@hull.ac.uk
Lecturer in Chemical Engineering, Director of Undergraduate Admissions, Director of Postgraduate (Taught) Admissions and the Director of Recruitment within the School of Engineering
Feasibility Study for Enhanced Local Grid Stabilisation Using a 100 MWh Vanadium Redox Flow Battery (VRFB) System to Support Critical Infrastructure
People Involved
Professor Jay Wadhawan J.Wadhawan@hull.ac.uk
Professor
Professor James Gilbert J.M.Gilbert@hull.ac.uk
Professor of Engineering
Professor Nishikant Mishra Nishikant.Mishra@hull.ac.uk
Professor/ Head of Management Systems Subject Group
Dr. Sushma Kumari S.Kumari@hull.ac.uk
Senior Lecturer and Programme Director- MSc Logistics and Supply Chain Management and Education Lead Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Project Description
The global transition to renewable energy necessitates advanced storage technologies to manage the intermittency of solar and wind power. Vanadium Redox Flow Batteries (VRFBs) stand out for large-scale applications due to their scalability, long lifespan, and safety. Using liquid electrolytes stored in separate tanks, VRFBs enable energy conversion through redox reactions within a membrane electrode assembly (MEA). Their design decouples energy and power, offering flexibility and cost efficiency compared to conventional batteries. However, high capital (CAPEX) and operational (OPEX) costs remain significant barriers to adoption.
This study examines the feasibility of a 100 MWh VRFB system for critical infrastructure in India, with findings extended to the UK. It evaluates optimal load profiles, economic viability, and market potential through cash flow analysis, calculating Net Present Value (NPV) and Levelized Cost of Storage (LCOS). A sensitivity analysis will assess the impact of variable factors, including CAPEX, OPEX, and vanadium prices.
The project employs a digital twin approach to enhance system reliability and performance by integrating real-time data and advanced modelling. Additionally, a novel Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) model tailored to Indian conditions will assess VRFB environmental impacts by incorporating local costs, electricity usage, and storage parameters. The LCA will evaluate sustainability across different VRFB configurations, supporting India’s energy transition goals. The findings will guide stakeholders, accelerate VRFB adoption, and address economic and market challenges, contributing to sustainable energy systems.
| Type of Project | Internally Funded: Research |
|---|---|
| Status | Project Live |
| Funder(s) | University of Hull |
| Value | £5,000.00 |
| Project Dates | Jan 27, 2025 - Jul 31, 2025 |
| This project contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals |
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