Industry supporting energy storage

Why is energy storage so important?

There is a growing need to increase the capacity for storing the energy generated from the burgeoning wind and solar industries for periods when there is less wind and sun. This is driving unprecedented growth in the energy storage sector and many countries have ambitions to participate in the global storage supply chains.

Can energy storage technologies help drive development in emerging economies?

Energy storage technologies hold significant potential to help drive development in emerging economies by improving the quality of the electricity supply and facilitating the effective integration of renewable energy.

Will the energy storage industry thrive in the next stage?

The energy storage industry is going through a critical period of transition from the early commercial stage to development on a large scale. Whether it can thrive in the next stage depends on its economics.

How will energy storage systems impact the C&I sector?

So, the C&I sector is likely to use energy storage systems more and more to increase the amount of renewable energy it uses. This will create big opportunities for ESS providers in the future. Asia-Pacific was the largest market in the world in 2021. This was because countries like China, South Korea, and India needed more energy storage systems.

What is the market for energy storage in South Asia?

The market for energy storage in the South Asia region is dominated by India. (See Chart 3.4). In India, several key factors are driving the market for energy storage, perhaps most notably the ambitious National Solar Mission.

How can energy storage support energy independence?

A marked increase in the availability and use of second life batteries within the energy storage sector with EV manufacturers seeking to maximise the value of batteries. A focus on the role that energy storage can play in supporting energy independence and the exponential increase in renewables.