Energy Storage Systems
ESS Technologies: Recent advances and policy developments in energy storage
India’s energy transition requires energy storage infrastructure to integrate renewable energy sources efficiently. The country aims to achieve 500 GW of non-fossil-fuel-based capacity by 2030, requiring extensive deployment of energy storage systems (ESS) – particularly […]
Storing Solar: Rise of solar-plus-battery projects in India
By Debmalya Sen, President, India Energy Storage Alliance The global rise of battery storage has often been associated with the uptake of hybrid solar projects incorporating battery components. Energy arbitrage has been one of the […]
Promising Solutions: Advancements in ESS technologies
The technologies for various energy storage systems (ESSs) are rapidly evolving, with ongoing research aimed at creating efficient and reliable solutions. These technologies play a crucial role in various industries such as manufacturing, services, renewable […]
Enabling the Energy Transition: Key trends and initiatives in storage systems
As global efforts for the promotion of intermittent renewable energy intensify, the significance of energy storage systems (ESSs) has surged. India is taking key steps to achieve the energy transition. The government has set several […]
Energy Storage Potential: Technologies, challenges and future outlook
India is at the cusp of a green energy transition and has set an ambitious target of achieving net zero emissions by 2070. The country is rapidly expanding its renewable energy portfolio and energy storage […]
Policy Support: Driving growth in the energy storage market
India aims to develop 500 GW of installed clean energy by 2030, with 420 GW of solar- and wind-based power. However, as solar and wind are intermittent sources of power, grid stability has become a […]
Battery Benefits: Demand and outlook for grid-scale storage in India
When it comes to energy security, India has travelled a long way. From an energy-deficient scenario to a state of energy surplus, the progress has been remarkable. Despite this significant advancement, the country still struggles […]
Efficient Storage: Increasing importance of BESS integration with smart grids
Energy storage is an integral component of electricity generation, transmission and distribution systems. Traditionally, energy storage needs have been met by physical storage of fuel for thermal power plants as well as through large-scale pumped […]
Risks and Returns: Finding the right battery technology for long-duration storage
To facilitate grid stabilisation and promote the uptake of electric vehicles (EVs), energy storage is key. In the renewable energy sector, storage addresses the intermittency issue associated with solar and wind power, and ensures a […]
A Growing Market: Recent developments in the energy storage space
India has ambitious plans of setting up intermittent renewable energy projects. Energy storage systems are critical for integrating solar and wind power into the grid and supporting the power system. In line with this need, […]
Powering Up: Technology trends in energy storage systems
Energy storage has emerged as a key element of grid stabilisaton and electric vehicle (EV) uptake. In the renewable energy sector, it addresses the intermittency issue of solar and wind power, and ensures a smooth […]
Manufacturing Incentive: PLI scheme for ACC batteries to help reduce import dependence
In June 2021, the Department of Heavy Industry released a detailed notification on the production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme, National Programme on Advanced Chemistry Cell (ACC) Battery Storage, for the implementation of giga-scale ACC manufacturing facilities […]
Battery Benefits: Energy storage potential, applications and outlook
By Tusharjeet Bhardwaj, Founder and Proprietor, Saurya Urja Technology Energy storage plays a vital role in grid integration and the balancing of variable generation sources. By just increasing the system’s overall flexibility, energy storage systems […]
Dealing with Intermittency: Growing momentum for energy storage in renewables’ integration
India plans to have 175 GW of renewable energy capacity connected to the grid by 2022 and then 450 GW by 2030. With renewables set to occupy a significant chunk of the total energy mix […]
Backup Options: Li-ion batteries continue to dominate the energy storage space
In light of the increasing penetration of renewable energy, energy storage has emerged as a key element for stabilising the grid. As the share of variable renewables grows, electricity systems need to become increasingly flexible […]
Balancing the Load: Spotlight on fast-ramping energy storage systems
India has an ambitious goal of installing 225 GW of renewable energy, including 175 GW of solar and wind by 2022. Analysts expect that the country will achieve at least 175 GW, though this will put a […]
Declining Trend: Falling storage technology costs to increase uptake
With increasing renewable energy penetration across the world, questions are being raised on the ability of renewables to replace conventional sources of energy for the generation of baseload power. To address these concerns, energy storage […]
