California has recently achieved a groundbreaking milestone in the realm of energy storage, with the California Independent System Operator (CAISO) integrating over 10.219 gigawatts (GW) of utility-scale energy storage into its power grid by October 2024. This substantial achievement aligns with
The second quarter of 2024 marked a significant milestone for the U.S. energy storage sector, as reported by the American Clean Power Association (ACP) and Wood Mackenzie. With over 3 GW/10.5 GWh of new energy storage capacity deployed, this period reflects a remarkable growth trajectory, signaling
The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA), a federally owned utility, recently unveiled a draft resource plan aimed at addressing electricity demand through 2035. This plan has sparked significant controversy as various citizen groups and energy experts voice their disapproval of its heavy reliance on
The Korean Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO) recently celebrated a monumental achievement: the completion of Asia's largest battery energy storage system (BESS) portfolio. At the heart of this achievement is a series of installations that span five substations, boasting a total capacity of
The Viejas Band of Kumeyaay Indians is undertaking a groundbreaking initiative aimed at revolutionizing tribal energy through the establishment of a microgrid project. Located east of San Diego, this project is notable for integrating long-duration energy storage capabilities, backed by significant
The recent fire incident at a large-scale battery energy storage system (BESS) project owned by San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) in Escondido, California, occurred on September 5, 2024, at noon. This event brought attention to the methods and strategies in place to address such emergencies.
