Energy storage sector news

What did the energy storage sector do in Q2 2024?

This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback The U.S. energy storage sector marked its second strongest quarter on record in Q2 2024 with 2.9 GW of newly installed capacity, a 62% jump from Q2 2023, the American Clean Power Association said Thursday in its latest clean power quarterly market report.

What do we expect in the energy storage industry this year?

This report highlights the most noteworthy developments we expect in the energy storage industry this year. Prices: Both lithium-ion battery pack and energy storage system prices are expected to fall again in 2024.

What is the future of energy storage?

Renewable penetration and state policies supporting energy storage growth Grid-scale storage continues to dominate the US market, with ERCOT and CAISO making up nearly half of all grid-scale installations over the next five years.

Will energy storage grow in 2024?

Allison Weis, Global Head of Energy Storage at Wood Mackenzie Another record-breaking year is expected for energy storage in the United States (US), with Wood Mackenzie forecasting 45% growth in 2024 after 100% growth from 2022 to 2023.

How many energy storage projects are there in 2024?

Developers commissioned 33 energy storage projects across 10 states in Q2 2024, ACP said in its report. California added the most capacity of any state, with 1,353 MW/5,397 MWh of newly energized battery storage, and accounts for 46% of installed U.S. storage capacity, ACP said.

Which long-duration energy storage technologies have a critical year ahead?

Beyond lithium-ion batteries, other long-duration energy storage (LDES) technologies have a critical year ahead. China has forged ahead with its LDES development and will remain the frontrunner this year, even as US, UK, Australia and other markets support LDES growth.