Browsing: Energy Storage

Masdar and Kazakhstan’s sovereign wealth fund Samruk-Kazyna announced a landmark collaboration to develop up to 500MW of baseload renewable energy backed by battery energy storage systems (BESS), alongside 2GW of additional storage deployments across the country.

As global demand for scalable, fire-safe, and cost-effective energy storage intensifies, lithium-ion technologies—despite their dominance—are facing growing scrutiny over thermal instability and sustainability concerns. A team of Korean researchers may now be offering a viable alternative through a breakthrough in zinc-ion battery architecture, anchored by a novel graphene-coated current collector.

The global steel industry is responsible for approximately 11% of worldwide CO2 emissions. Within Canada, the steel industry contributes 2% to national emissions, equating to over 2.4 billion Canadian dollars to the GDP, while employing over 23,000 workers directly.

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.