What is the future of battery energy storage systems?

The battery energy storage systems industry has witnessed a higher inflow of investments in the last few years and is expected to continue this trend in the future. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), investments in energy storage exceeded USD 20 billion in 2022.

What is battery energy storage?

Battery energy storage or BESS is an modern energy storage solution that enables to store energy using multiple battery technologies including li-ion for later use. Batteries receives energy from solar/wind or any other energy sources and consequently store the same as current to later discharge it when needed.

Why are battery energy storage systems so expensive?

One of the primary challenges to widespread adoption of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) is the high initial cost of deploying such systems. Batteries, inverters, control systems, installation, and maintenance can all contribute significantly to overall project costs, especially for large-scale utility and grid-connected applications.

How many GW of battery storage capacity are there in the world?

Strong growth occurred for utility-scale battery projects, behind-the-meter batteries, mini-grids and solar home systems for electricity access, adding a total of 42 GW of battery storage capacity globally.

Which companies provide advanced energy storage battery systems & solutions?

Additionally, Samsung SDI, Total, Hitachi, and GE are among the leading players delivering numerous types of advanced energy storage battery systems and solutions. These participants also concentrate on R&D activities to extend their product reach across different applications and secure contracts for large-capacity projects.

Is LG a battery storage company?

LG Energy, a branch of LG’s chemical company, is among the world's leading battery energy storage system providers. Recently, in January 2024, the company unveiled plans for ten grid-scale battery storage projects lined up for 2024.