1 quarter energy storage

Why did China's energy storage capacity expand in the first quarter?

China's energy storage capacity has further expanded in the first quarter amid the country's efforts to advance its green energy transition.

What is new energy storage?

New energy storage, or energy storage using new technologies such as lithium-ion batteries, liquid flow batteries, compressed air and mechanical energy, is an important foundation for building a new power system in China, enjoying the advantages of quick response, flexible configuration and short construction periods.

How big is China's energy storage capacity?

By the end of March, China's installed new-type energy storage capacity had reached 35.3 gigawatts, soaring 2.1 times over the figure achieved during the same period last year, the National Energy Administration (NEA) said on Monday.

How many new energy storage projects are there?

According to NEA's Bian, the government has released a list of 56 new-type energy storage pilot demonstration projects since the beginning of this year, including 17 lithium-ion battery projects and 11 compressed air energy storage projects, among others.

Why is energy storage so important?

The skyrocketing demand for energy storage solutions, driven by the need to integrate intermittent renewable energy sources such as wind and solar into the power grid effectively, has led to a flurry of investments in energy storage projects across the country, the NEA said.

What is the difference between grid-side and user-side energy storage?

Grid-side energy storage is distributed at critical points in the power grid, providing various services such as peak shaving and frequency regulation. User-side energy storage refers to storage systems installed on the user side, such as households, businesses, and factories, enhancing the flexible regulation capacity of load-side users.