What is the future of energy storage?

As the UK strives to achieve its clean power by 2030 and net zero emissions by 2050 targets, the future role of energy storage cannot be underestimated. Storage technologies, such as batteries are essential for managing the intermittency of renewable energy sources like wind and solar, ensuring a stable and reliable energy supply.

What is long duration energy storage?

The future Long Duration Energy Storage technologies are poised to play a critical role in the UK’s transition to a low carbon energy system. By providing reliable and flexible energy storage solutions, these technologies can help balance supply and demand, reduce energy waste, and enhance the resilience of the energy grid.

Which countries have increased energy storage capacity in 2024?

For example, the Spanish government approved an update to their National Integrated Energy and Climate Plan in September 2024 which has increased their installed energy storage capacity targets to 22.5 GW by 2030.

Why does the EU need a storage system?

The EU’s commitment to expanding renewable energy capacity is driving demand for storage systems to balance intermittent sources like wind and solar and the need to stabilize a continuously expanding grid.

What is long-duration electricity storage (LDEs)?

Long-Duration Electricity  Storage (LDES) refers to energy storage systems that can store and release electricity for long periods, typically eight hours or more. These systems help balance the supply and demand of electricity, especially when using renewable energy sources like wind and solar, which can be unpredictable.

What does energy security mean to Britain?

That is what energy security means to this government, and that is what this Clean Power Action Plan delivers. Clean Power means that by 2030, Great Britain will generate enough clean power to meet our total annual electricity demand, backed up by unabated gas supply to be used only when essential.