How to write a cost analysis report for an energy storage charging station

What is energy storage analysis?

This analysis identifies optimal storage technologies, quantifies costs, and develops strategies to maximize value from energy storage investments. Energy demand and generation profiles, including peak and off-peak periods.

How are battery energy storage costs forecasted?

Forecast procedures for battery energy storage costs are described in the main body of this report. C&C or engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) costs can be estimated using the footprint or total volume and weight of the battery energy storage system (BESS). For this report, volume was used as a proxy for these metrics.

How do I enter expected charging station utilization?

On this tab, you can select one of two options for entering expected charging station utilization. The first option attempts to derive utilization from traffic patterns along the route. The second option allows you to enter charging station utilization factors directly.

How do you calculate a battery project cost?

For batteries, the total $/kWh project cost is determined by the sum of capital cost, PCS, BOP, and C&C. To calculate this, values measured in $/kW are converted to $/kWh by multiplying by four (given the assumed E/P ratio of four) prior to summation.

Where can I find the final report on EV charging infrastructure investments?

The final report can be found online at: The tool was developed by the Cadmus Group, a subcontractor to C2ES and was designed to evaluate the financial viability of EV charging infrastructure investments involving multiple private and public sector partners.

How do you evaluate a storage system?

Estimate revenue or cost savings from storage applications (e.g., energy arbitrage, demand charge reductions). Simulate payback periods and return on investment (ROI) for different scenarios. Evaluate how storage systems integrate with existing infrastructure and impact grid stability.