Browsing: energy storage

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.

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.

As Southeast Europe intensifies its focus on energy transition, the Renecwable South 2025 conference—held in Mostar on May 7–8—has brought together key stakeholders to address some of the region’s most pressing energy challenges.

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.