What energy storage projects does china yangtze power invest in

How many GW of energy storage are there in China?

As of the end of 2023, China had 86 GW of energy storage in place, with pumped storage accounting for 59.3% and battery storage 40.6%. As battery costs have been dropping significantly, there has been a boom in the adoption of battery energy storage, leading to a significant uptick in new projects.

Why should you invest in China's Energy Storage Solutions?

As the world’s largest supplier of green technologies and the leading investor in overseas renewable projects, China’s energy storage solutions offer new hope to power-deficient regions worldwide, whether due to geographical challenges, limited infrastructure capacity, or conflict.

How does China promote battery storage?

To promote battery storage, China has implemented a number of policies, most notably the gradual rollout since 2017 of the “mandatory allocation of energy storage” policy (强制配储政策), which is also known as the “ new energy plus storage ” model (新能源+储能).

Where does China's storage capacity come from?

The majority of China’s storage capacity comes from large-scale storage projects, such as hydropower with reservoirs on the Yangtze River and gigawatt-level battery energy storage systems in Inner Mongolia. Arial view of the Three Gorges Dam in Hubei province, China. Credit: Sipa US / Alamy Stock Photo

Should China invest in pumped storage hydropower?

China has been urged to optimise pumped storage hydropower stations such as Huanggou in Heilongjiang Province, while also expanding battery storage (Image: Wang Jianwei / Xinhua / Alamy) Pumped storage hydropower supports China’s transition to renewable energy by generating electricity when the sun is not shining nor the wind blowing.

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.