全国首个“20兆瓦时新型填充床储热系统”辅助调峰项目投运

Core Viewpoint - The launch of China's first "20 MWh new filling bed thermal storage system" auxiliary peak shaving project marks a significant technological breakthrough in the flexible generation of coal-fired power plants, addressing the challenges of efficient thermal storage technology [2][4]. Group 1: Project Overview - The project is a strategic initiative by the Chinese Academy of Sciences and utilizes a newly developed spray filling bed thermal storage technology, breaking the traditional "heat determines electricity" model by decoupling heating and power generation [4]. - The first set of the 20 MWh spray filling bed thermal storage system has achieved breakthroughs in key technologies such as efficient large-capacity structural design and high-flow multi-phase heat exchange, improving heat transfer efficiency and significantly reducing the amount of heat transfer medium used [4]. Group 2: Impact on the Industry - The project will provide a new pathway for thermal power companies to explore the "thermal-electric decoupling" model, enhancing the peak shaving capability of coal-fired power plants and increasing the grid's ability to accommodate renewable energy [5]. - This innovative technology is expected to inject new momentum into the construction of new power systems by improving the efficiency of unit response to grid dispatching needs and assisting in load adjustment [5].