Developed countries new energy storage promotion and application center

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).

Which countries are considering battery storage for grid stability?

The Central African Republic and Gambia are also considering battery storage for grid stability . ESS policies will create an avenue for the use of ESS in the grid for power stability in emerging economies. 5.2. Environmental protection

Why do emerging countries need ESS policy?

Climate change mitigation and energy efficiency are some of the main reasons considered for ESS policy by countries that have adopted them. Emerging economies need these policies for the same reasons, but also as a way to increase the power generation capacity and create opportunities in the energy sector .

Do energy storage systems provide ancillary services?

However, the intermittent nature of renewable energy requires the support of energy storage systems (ESS) to provide ancillary services and save excess energy for use at a later time. ESS policies have been proposed in some countries to support the renewable energy integration and grid stability.

Which countries adopted ESS policies?

United States (US) and Australia adopted the ESS policies for power systems stability functions. Japan's policies are mainly targeted for emergency power due to the volatile nature of the region to natural disasters, whereas Germany adopted the ESS policies for renewable energy integration into the grid.

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.