China s energy storage investment status and development trends

What is the future of energy storage in China?

In China, generation-side and grid-side energy storage dominate, making up 97% of newly deployed energy storage capacity in 2023. 2023 was a breakthrough year for industrial and commercial energy storage in China. Projections show significant growth for the future.

Does China have energy storage industry?

In addition, it can be observed that China has given full attention to energy storage industry. Currently, energy storage industry in China is extending from demonstration project stage to commercial operation stage, but series of development dilemmas exist.

What is the context of the energy storage industry in China?

The context of the energy storage industry in China is shown in Fig. 1. Fig. 1. The context of the energy storage industry in China [, , ]. As can be seen from Fig. 1, energy storage has achieved a transformation from scientific research to large-scale application within 20 years.

Does China's energy storage industry have a comprehensive study?

However, because of the late start of China's energy storage industry, the comprehensive study for the whole industry is very few. We found a review which provided a relatively comprehensive analysis of the technical and economic issue of it. Compared with other studies, its research has a good comprehensiveness.

What is the energy storage demand in China?

Energy storage demand in China is without a doubt. Currently, China is carrying out the urbanization of centrality, intelligence, green and low carbon. Among them, the application of DG, smart micro-grid, EV, and the intelligent management of power grid all need energy storage , , , , .

Will China's energy storage demand reach 50 billion yuan in 2020?

It is predicted that with the continuous development of smart grid and RES' grid connection, energy storage demand during the ''13th Five-Year'' will further arise and reach to 50 billion yuan in year 2020 . This paper begins with the elaboration the development status of China's energy storage.