Browsing: Energy Storage

As California continues to push for a carbon-free electricity grid by 2045, hybrid projects combining solar power with energy storage are playing an increasingly vital role. A recent milestone in this effort came with Aypa Power’s announcement of $535 million in secured debt financing for the 320MW Vidal project in San Bernardino County.

Canada’s energy storage landscape has reached a new milestone with the launch of the Oneida Energy Storage Project, the country’s largest operating battery facility at 250 MW / 1,000 MWh.

British utility SSE has secured planning permission for an 80-MW/160-MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) in County Mayo—signaling a cautious but necessary step toward bolstering grid flexibility.

Panasonic’s decision to exit the residential solar and storage sectors brings an official close to a legacy that once helped shape modern photovoltaic technology.

With a target of deploying 6GW of energy storage by 2030, New York is now mobilizing $775 million to scale up both residential and retail energy storage adoption.

The energy sector is grappling with significant challenges as it transitions towards low-carbon technologies and sustainable practices. In this context, the integration of Combined Heat and Power (CHP) plants with thermal energy storage stands out as a compelling opportunity, yet it is fraught with complexity.

A seismic shift is underway in the energy industry, defined by digitalization and integration, reshaping the future landscape. As energy systems evolve, digital technology and a more unified approach are increasingly viewed as pivotal.

Vattenfall has partnered with energy storage company Return to operate and optimize a 50MW/100MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) in Waddinxveen, the Netherlands.

In a notable expansion of the United States’ energy infrastructure, Houston embraces a new 371MWh battery energy storage system developed as part of a collaboration between Trina Storage and FlexGen Power Systems.

With global energy demands surging, the unveiling of Cummins’ new Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) in the UAE at a recent Dubai event signifies a pivotal moment for both the company and the region.