How many energy storage projects are being built in the UK?

Last year, the company partnered with Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners to build around 4 GW of energy storage projects in the UK. Around 2 GW of its BESS projects are currently at the application stage, and another 1.3 GW are under the pre-application/concept stage.

What technologies can provide a large-scale energy storage?

A range of technologies could provide large-scale, long-duration electricity storage, including, but not limited to: gravitational storage, redox flow batteries, novel batteries such as copper and zinc, compressed or liquid air energy storage, pumped hydro storage, and power-X-power technologies.

What is the European Commission doing about energy storage?

The European Commission in 2020 published a study on energy storage, which summarized some previous studies and reports, explored current and potential energy storage markets in Europe, and set out policy and regulatory recommendations for energy storage.

What are EU energy storage initiatives?

EU energy storage initiatives are a key part of advancing energy security and the transition toward a carbon-neutral economy, improving energy efficiency, and integrating renewable energy sources into electricity systems, and can play an integral role in balancing power grids and saving surplus energy.

What has the current government said about long-duration energy storage?

In its manifesto, the Labour Party said it would “ensure we have the long-term energy storage our country needs”.

Why is European energy storage important?

This is particularly important in the context of EU energy security and the transition away from fossil fuels for both environmental and geopolitical reasons. To help track this growing industry, the European Union has created a comprehensive database of the European energy storage technologies and facilities.