Cec non-lithium energy storage

What is long duration energy storage (LDEs)?

The Long Duration Energy Storage (LDES) program invests in projects that accelerate the implementation of long duration energy storage solutions to increase the resiliency and reliability of our energy infrastructure and meet the state's energy and climate goals.

What does CEC stand for?

For Immediate Release: December 13, 2023 SACRAMENTO — The California Energy Commission (CEC) today approved a $30 million grant to Form Energy to build a long-duration energy storage project that will continuously discharge to the grid for an unprecedented 100 hours.

Does long-duration energy storage cost more than lithium-ion battery production?

The technology has lower costs compared to lithium-ion battery production. Other awards approved under the Long-Duration Energy Storage Program include: $31 million for a 60 MW renewable backup power microgrid in San Diego County. $32 million for a 20 MW microgrid project in Tehama County.

How will a non-lithium-ion battery power a tribe?

The project will deploy non-lithium-ion battery technology capable of supplying power for approximately 18 hours. The system will consist of a microgrid that will support local grid resiliency and meet the tribe’s energy needs, ultimately enhancing their energy sovereignty.

What grants are available under the long-duration energy storage program?

Other awards approved under the Long-Duration Energy Storage Program include: $31 million for a 60 MW renewable backup power microgrid in San Diego County. $32 million for a 20 MW microgrid project in Tehama County. The grants are two of the largest the state has ever awarded to benefit California Native American tribes.

When will a new energy storage system be operational?

The full system is expected to be operational by summer 2025. In 2023, the CEC awarded Form Energy Inc. a $30 million grant to install a 5 MW/500 MWh iron-air energy storage system on Pacific Gas & Electric Company’s substation at Redwood Valley, Mendocino County, California.