How to cooperate with developed countries in energy storage

What is the Energy Storage Partnership (ESP)?

The Energy Storage Partnership (ESP) is a collaboration between the World Bank Group and 29 organizations. They work together to help develop energy storage solutions tailored to the needs of developing countries. Energy transitions are underway in many countries with a significant increase in the use of wind and solar power.

Why is energy storage important?

Energy storage is fundamental to stockpile renewable energy on a massive scale. The Energy Storage Program, a window of the World Bank’s Energy Sector Management Assistance Program’s (ESMAP) has been working to scale up sustainable energy storage investments and generate global knowledge on storage solutions.

How can a first-mover country achieve 5 GW of Bess commitments?

Through the BESS Consortium, these first-mover countries are part of a collaborative effort to secure 5 gigawatts (GW) of BESS commitments by the end of 2024. In order to achieve the estimated 400 GW of renewable energy needed to alleviate energy poverty by 2030 and save a gigaton of CO2, 90 GW of storage capacity must be developed.

Why did ECOWAS support the energy storage program?

In the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), the Energy Storage Program's support was critical in preparing the Regional Electricity Access and BEST Project.

Why should Vietnam invest in battery energy storage systems?

Vietnam also participated in the BESS consortium launch showing its commitment to clean energy transition. Battery Energy Storage Systems are a critical element to increasing the reliability of grids and accommodating the variable renewable energy sources that are needed to power economic development.

What is the energy storage program?

The Energy Storage program provides operational support to clients by working with World Bank teams to advance the IDA20 Energy Policy Commitment of developing battery storage in at least 15 countries (including at least 10 fragile and conflict-affected situations).