Recommended information for an objective evaluation of an emerging or alternative energy storage device or system by a potential user for any stationary application is covered in this document. Energy storage technologies are those that provide a means for the reversible storage of electrical energy, i.e., the device receives electrical energy and is able to discharge electrical energy at a later time. The storage medium may be electrochemical (e.g., batteries), kinetic (e.g., flywheels), electrostatic (e.g., electric double-layer capacitors), thermal, compressed air, or some other medium. Devices recharged by non-electrical means, such as fuel cells, are be...

This document covers recommended information for an objective evaluation of an emerging or alternative energy storage technology by a potential user for any stationary application. Energy storage technologies are those that provide a means for the reversible storage of electrical energy, i.e., the device receives electrical energy and is able to discharge electrical energy at a later time. The storage medium may be electrochemical (e.g., batteries), kinetic (e.g., flywheels), electrostatic (e.g., electric double-layer capacitors [EDLCs]), thermal, compressed air, or some other medium. While many of the principles outlined in this recommended practice can be ...

This recommended practice describes a format for the characterization of emerging or alternative energy storage technologies in terms of performance, service life, and safety attributes. This format provides a framework for developers to describe their products. The resulting information assists users in evaluating the possible application of emerging or alternative energy storage technologies.