What is battery storage?
Battery storage, or battery energy storage systems (BESS), are devices that enable energy from renewables, like solar and wind, to be stored and then released when the power is needed most.. Lithium-ion batteries, which
UK battery energy storage acquisitions heating up
About 550 MW of battery energy storage systems (BESS) deals have been signed in the United Kingdom over the past few days. Most recently, Masdar acquired London-based storage developer Arlington
The Rise of Utility-Scale Battery Storage in Texas
A Major Acquisition of a Texas Battery Storage Player. In a significant move that underscores the growing importance of battery storage in the energy landscape, ENGIE, a global energy player, has acquired Houston
Solar Land Acquisitions | SLA | Large Scale Battery Storage
Planning Laws Improved for Battery Storage Projects. In July 2020 the government announced it would relax planning legislation to make it easier to construct large batteries to store
First 150MW Texas battery project acquisition for
King Mountain wind power plant, which was commissioned in 2000 and repowered four years ago. Image: Cielo Wind Power Corporation. Startup Spearmint Energy has become the latest developer to acquire a large
Battery Policies and Incentives Database Contributes to
The U.S. Department of Energy''s (DOE''s) new Battery Policies and Incentives database, developed and managed by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), is helping to address the batteries need. The
National Lab Discovery Series: High Performing Solid State Batteries
Join us for a groundbreaking webinar on September 17th at 11 AM PT/2 PM ET to explore innovations in solid state batteries from Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. Solid state
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Will doe provide $291 billion for advanced batteries?
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today issued two notices of intent to provide $2.91 billion to boost production of the advanced batteries that are critical to rapidly growing clean energy industries of the future, including electric vehicles and energy storage, as directed by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
Why is the Defense Department relying on batteries?
The Defense Department depends on batteries to communicate, operate autonomous vehicles, power directed energy weapons and electrify warfighting platforms.
Does America need a healthy battery supply chain?
Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen H. Hicks has made clear a healthy battery supply chain is essential for military capabilities and national security — and when it comes to batteries, "America needs to lead the world."
Why is DOE funding a lithium-ion battery supply chain?
“With funding from Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, we’re making it possible to establish a thriving battery supply chain in the United States.” With the global lithium-ion battery market expected to grow rapidly over the next decade, DOE is making it possible for the United States to be prepared for market demand.
Can NREL recycle battery materials?
Beyond looking into new materials for energy storage, NREL is also delving into the ways to recycle battery materials and components back into production.
Why is energy storage important for the Defense Department?
Accessed May 26, 2021. In addition to the economic imperative for a competitive EV and advanced battery sector, the Defense Department (DoD) requires reliable, secure, and advanced energy storage technologies to support critical missions carried out by joint forces, contingency bases, and at military installations.