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Assoc. Prof. Lei Chen
Email: chen_lei@whu.edu.cn
Affiliation: School of Electrical Engineering and Automation, Wuhan University, Wuhan, 430072, China
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Research Interests: renewable power systems, grid-forming control
Prof. Junhui Li
Email: lijunhui@neepu.edu.cn
Affiliation: School of Electrical Engineering, Northeast Electric Power University, Jilin, 132012, China
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Research Interests: assessing method of the power system ability to regulate demand
Prof. Yue Xiang
Email: xiang@scu.edu.cn
Affiliation: College of Electrical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610065, China
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Research Interests: distributed resource aggregation and governance, planning and operation optimization of new distribution networks
Summary
The global pursuit of "dual carbon" goals and the accelerating transition toward renewable energy have propelled the widespread deployment of variable renewable energy sources (RES) such as wind and solar power. Concurrently, breakthroughs in grid-forming energy storage (GFES) technologies have unlocked unprecedented opportunities for stabilizing modern power systems. GFES, as a cornerstone technology enabling dynamic grid support and renewable energy integration, is emerging as a critical enabler for power system resilience, operational flexibility, and economic efficiency.
GFES serves as a pivotal component in both transmission and distribution networks. For bulk power systems, the planning and operation of GFES must address the stability, reliability, and economic challenges posed by high-penetration renewable generation. Simultaneously, the deployment and control of GFES are constrained by grid topology and operational requirements. For renewable energy plants, GFES control strategies and capacity configuration significantly influence the spatiotemporal characteristics of power injection, which in turn affects overall system performance. However, the large-scale integration of intermittent renewables and GFES introduces new complexities in system dynamics, creating substantial challenges for power system planning, operation, and control. In this context, developing advanced GFES-based solutions for renewable power systems is of paramount importance for achieving carbon neutrality goals while ensuring grid security and stability.
This special issue aims to explore cutting-edge research on construction and control technologies for renewable power systems based on GFES, and to discuss the challenges, opportunities, and future trends in this field. We invite researchers worldwide to submit high-quality original research papers and review articles on relevant topics, including but not limited to:
·GFES control architectures for renewable-dominated power systems
·Stability analysis and enhancement in GFES-integrated grids
·Optimal planning and sizing of GFES for renewable energy integration
·AI and data-driven approaches for GFES operation and optimization
·Market mechanisms and economic dispatch for GFES participation
·Fault ride-through and resilience enhancement in GFES-supported grids
·Hardware validation and field demonstrations of GFES applications
Keywords
renewable power systems, grid-forming energy storage, optimal planning, advanced control, stability analysis, market mechanisms
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