The “Advanced Course on Modeling and Grid Integration of Energy Storage Systems” is specifically designed for students, researchers and professionals with a strong interest in improving their knowledge in the field of energy storage, particularly in its integration into the electrical grid. The course focuses on the use of energy storage models using Matlab/Simulink to integrate into different applications related to energy management, as well as the real operation and control of different energy storage technologies connected to the grid, both independently and as hybrid energy storage system. Pumped-hydro, batteries, supercapacitors and flywheels will be the technologies covered during the course.

GRANTS
The Sub-Program SP4 on Mechanical Storage of the EERA Joint Programme on Energy Storage will award two scholarships of 750€ each to support participants whose professional development would significantly benefit from attending the course.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

• Be students, researchers, or professionals with an interest in energy storage systems and with minimum knowledge of the Matlab/Simulink environment.
• Be affiliated with an institution that is a member of the EERA Joint Programme on Energy Storage

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
To apply for the grants, it is required to provide the following documents:

1. Call Application form
2. Short CV (max 2 pages) highlighting the education and status
3. A motivation letter (maximum 250 words

The three documents must be sent by May 30th, 2026, to: marcos.lafoz@ciemat.es

EVALUATION CRITERIA

Each application will be evaluated with a score from 0 to 15 points, based on the overall alignment of the candidate’s profile with the topics and objectives of the course. The evaluation will take into account:

• General profile, including academic/professional status, experience, and competencies in energy storage and modeling tools (e.g. MATLAB/Simulink). Additional consideration will be given to applicants affiliated with institutions involved in SP4 of the EERA Joint Programme on Energy Storage, as promoter of this call.
• Curriculum Vitae, with particular attention to the relevance of the educational and professional background to the course topics (e.g. Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, Energy Storage, electrochemical and mechanical storage technologies, automatic control)
• Motivation letter, assessing the candidate’s interest, expectations, and potential benefit from attending the course