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 889MWh
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. The
The process of integrating battery storage systems into PJM Interconnection, one of the world's largest electricity markets, faces significant barriers. According to a recent report from the American Council on Renewable Energy, the current interconnection process requires substantial reforms to
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has recently announced two groundbreaking prize competitions with a central aim: to revolutionize the adoption and integration of behind-the-meter (BTM) technologies and storage systems, particularly in niche and underrepresented markets. These initiatives are
