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Are pumped hydro and battery energy storage a new technology in Canada?

Some technologies, like pumped hydro, have a long history in Canada. Others, like battery energy storage systems (BESS) are new technologies to many and raise questions, especially as project approvals anticipate the integration of these assets into peoples’ communities.

How many GWh of battery energy storage has Canadian Solar shipped?

Through its subsidiary e-STORAGE, Canadian Solar has shipped over 8 GWh of battery energy storage solutions to global markets as of September 30, 2024, boasting a US$3.2 billion contracted backlog as of November 30, 2024.

Is energy storage a viable option in Manitoba?

Even the low end of the estimated potential for storage is equivalent to Manitoba’s entire installed generating capacity as of 2020. Today’s national installed capacity of energy storage is less than 1GW. Energy storage systems can level out supply in urban centres and capacity constrained areas, avoiding the cost of transmission system upgrades.

Are batteries a scalable energy-storage technology?

The electricity produced by wind energy and solar energy can be converted and stored through various means: Many of these technologies can be deployed at multiple scales, but batteries represent the most scalable energy-storage technology.

Can energy storage technologies be used in Canada?

While energy storage technologies are still at a relatively early stage of deployment in Canada, many energy storage technologies are either already in operation or in development. The electricity produced by wind energy and solar energy can be converted and stored through various means:

How does Canada support battery production & innovation?

Battery production and innovation is supported across the value chain and along technology readiness levels by many public and private institutions in Canada. This support mainly occurs through programs with broader focuses on clean tech and energy innovation, including technology development, manufacturing scaleup, and recycling.