Total number of mobile energy storage site inverters connected to the grid globally

Where will the new energy storage capacity be deployed?

As shown in Chart 3.8, a significant portion of the new energy storage capacity expected to be deployed in Latin America and the Caribbean will likely come from remote power systems. Most of this new capacity is anticipated to be in physical island microgrid systems.

How can manufacturers capitalize on energy storage trends?

To capitalize on this trend, manufacturers should focus on market insights and plan for new opportunities. Developing energy storage has become a global consensus. It was announced at COP29 in late 2024 that global storage capacity will increase to 1,500 GW by 2030, more than six times the 2022 level.

How many gigawatts will energy storage add in 2024?

Last year’s record global additions of 45 gigawatts (97 gigawatt-hours) will be followed by continued robust growth. In 2024, the global energy storage is set to add more than 100 gigawatt-hours of capacity for the first time.

How many MW is a battery energy storage system?

While most battery projects have been very small research and development (R&D) systems, there is currently a pipeline of 128 MW of a battery energy storage system (BESS). This includes two NaS battery projects from NGK Insulators in the United Arab Emirates, representing a combined 648 MWh of capacity, as well as a project in Jordan.

What will energy storage be like in 2024?

In 2024, the global energy storage is set to add more than 100 gigawatt-hours of capacity for the first time. The uptick will be largely driven by the growth in China, which will once again be the largest energy storage market globally.

How can energy storage support the global transition to clean electricity?

To support the global transition to clean electricity, funding for development of energy storage projects is required. Pumped hydro, batteries, hydrogen, and thermal storage are a few of the technologies currently in the spotlight.