Water energy storage news

Could water power the future of energy?

Researchers from RMIT and the University of Melbourne found that electricity generated by water can be 10 times more powerful than previously thought, which could pave the way for breakthroughs in renewable fuel and energy storage.

Which battery energy storage projects have been successful in Western Australia?

2.6GWh of utility-scale battery energy storage projects have been successful in Western Australia’s first Capacity Investment Scheme tender. Energy storage developer Energy Vault is set to fully acquire the 125MW/1GWh Stoney Creek battery energy storage system (BESS) in New South Wales, Australia, from Enervest Group.

Why is China promoting energy storage at the 2025 two sessions?

The buzzword “energy storage” at the 2025 Two Sessions underscores China’s strategic focus on building a resilient, sustainable, and diverse energy system, contributing new efforts to a sustainable global future. The country’s progress in new-type energy storage highlights how innovation can drive both economic and environmental progress worldwide.

Who owns a 150MW battery energy storage system?

Developer Peregrine Energy Solutions has secured US$168 million for a 150MW battery energy storage system (BESS) currently under construction. This site is operated by a business or businesses owned by Informa PLC and all copyright resides with them. Informa PLC's registered office is 5 Howick Place, London SW1P 1WG.

What is pumped storage hydropower?

But another approach is pumped storage hydropower. Pumped hydro systems require two reservoirs of water – one higher in elevation than the other. When solar and wind energy are plentiful, that power can be used to pump water from the lower to the upper reservoir.

What's going on at the Energy Storage Summit Australia 2025?

NSW’s BESS pipeline, PHES in Tasmania and the ‘home of utility-scale storage’ were discussed at the Energy Storage Summit Australia 2025. ESN Premium discusses the ongoing adaptation of EV battery lines to stationary storage applications with Jaehong Park, CEO of LG ES Vertech.