Energy storage battery supply exceeds demand

Will lithium-ion batteries outstrip demand?

Demand is growing for lithium-ion batteries to serve electric vehicles and stationary energy storage systems. However, thanks to aggressive manufacturing expansion in recent years, the global battery supply is expected to outstrip this demand for some years to come.

Does battery supply exceed global demand?

Although battery supply may exceed demand at the global level, the picture is more nuanced and varied by region. Some countries have excess capacity—meaning more than enough to satisfy local demand—while others rely on imports to alleviate local shortages. This regional view could become critical if more countries try to localize production.

How is battery overproduction affecting the energy storage industry in 2024?

Battery overproduction has been and continues to shape the market dynamics of the energy storage sector in 2024, placing downward pressure on pricing and providing headwinds for deployment. In particular, the rapid growth of battery manufacturing has surpassed immediate and short-term demand.

What are the three global demand scenarios for batteries?

We created three global demand scenarios for batteries: fading momentum, continuation of the current trajectory (base case), and further acceleration. The main demand differentiators included variations in EV production volume and uptake of energy storage systems.

What are battery energy storage systems?

Battery energy storage systems offer power grids key opportunities for better flexibility, renewable energy integration, and reliable power supply by storing excess renewable energy during low demand times to release during peak demand enabling higher renewable energy penetration and supporting global decarbonisation.

What is battery energy storage system (BESS)?

As power systems increasingly integrate variable renewable energy sources such as solar and wind, the need for flexible and reliable power grids that can supply electricity at all times has become essential. Battery energy storage system (BESS) can address these supply-demand gaps by providing flexibility to balance supply and demand in real-time.