Forecast and analysis of installed energy storage capacity in the united states

What is the future of energy storage in 2023?

In the first half of 2023, the United States saw significant growth in its utility energy storage capacity and reserves: According to S&P Global’ s forecast, the new installed capacity of U.S. utility energy storage (battery storage) is projected to reach 3.50GW in Q3 2023, marking an 81% increase compared to the previous quarter.

How big is the energy storage capacity in the United States?

According to the EIA, the newly added energy storage capacity with battery sizes exceeding 1MW in the United States soared to 3.3GW in the first seven...

How much energy storage will be installed in 2024?

In 2024, it’s anticipated that 12.3GW of energy storage will be installed, representing a 28% increase over the expected full-year installations in 2023 (installation data will be continuously updated). Energy Storage Installed Capacity in 2023

How big is the energy storage capacity in 2023?

According to the EIA, the newly added energy storage capacity with battery sizes exceeding 1MW in the United States soared to 3.3GW in the first seven months of 2023, marking an impressive 91% year-on-year increase.

What energy sources will the US battery capacity exceed by 2024?

Developers currently plan to expand U.S. battery capacity to more than 30 gigawatts (GW) by the end of 2024, a capacity that would exceed those of petroleum liquids, geothermal, wood and wood waste, or landfill gas. Two states with rapidly growing wind and solar generating fleets account for the bulk of the capacity additions.

Which states will have the most battery storage capacity in 2024?

Texas, with an expected 6.4 GW, and California, with an expected 5.2 GW, will account for 82% of the new U.S. battery storage capacity. Developers have scheduled the Menifee Power Bank (460.0 MW) at the site of the former Inland Empire Energy Center natural gas-fired power plant in Riverside, California, to come on line in 2024.