Where does flasc store energy?

In the foot of a wind turbine at sea, on the bottom under a floating wind farm; FLASC stores the energy right where it is produced. The idea arose in 2014 in Malta, Buhagiar's homeland. Buhagiar: “On a small island like Malta, land is scarce, but sea is plentiful. Looking at maritime solutions for contemporary issues is therefore obvious.

Why should you invest in flasc?

FLASC provides flexibility to the energy supply, hedging against volatility and increasing the value of the power being delivered. Improving the offshore wind business case ensures more wind farms get built, accelerating our path to a clean energy future. why offshore ?

What is flasc & how does it work?

FLASC is the first utility-scale energy storage solution tailored for co-location with offshore wind farms. Proof-of-Concept Prototype (2017-19). Grand Harbour, Malta FLASC can be deployed in a range of configurations. Any configuration consists of 3 key elements:

What is Flosc energy storage & how does it work?

Enter FLASC, a novel energy storage technology designed to convert variable renewable energy supply into a stable output that facilitates seamless grid integration. THE SOLUTION FLASC’s Hydro-Pneumatic Energy Storage (HPES) technology stores energy by pumping seawater to compress a fixed volume of pressurized gas.

Does flasc store energy in a closed chamber?

No. FLASC stores energy as compressed gas but uses a liquid piston to manipulate the gas. During the storage process electricity drives a hydraulic pump which pushes liquid inside a closed chamber, the liquid is incompressible, so it compresses the gas within the chamber.

Can flasc co-locate with other offshore projects?

No, FLASC is specifically designed for co-location with existing and upcoming offshore projects, specifically offshore wind and solar. Market research shows that most projects will be in waters not deeper than 300m (incl. floating wind).