China ouagadougou energy storage policy

How can energy storage technologies address China's flexibility challenge in the power grid?

The large-scale development of energy storage technologies will address China’s flexibility challenge in the power grid, enabling the high penetration of renewable sources. This article intends to fill the existing research gap in energy storage technologies through the lens of policy and finance.

What is China's energy storage capacity?

China’s energy storage capacity accounted for 22% of global installed capacity, reaching 46.1 GW in 2021 . Of these, 39.8 GW is used in pumped-storage hydropower (PSH), which is the most widely used storage technology.

How can China improve international cooperation in the energy storage sector?

To beef up international cooperation in the new-type energy storage sector, China will work to incorporate collaboration in the field into international cooperation mechanisms and frameworks such as the Belt and Road Initiative and BRICS and promote mutually beneficial cooperation on industrial and supply chains.

Can China scale up energy storage investments?

This study explores the challenges and opportunities of China’s domestic and international roles in scaling up energy storage investments. China aims to increase its share of primary energy from renewable energy sources from 16.6% in 2021 to 25% by 2030, as outlined in the nationally determined contribution .

How will China promote the new-type energy storage manufacturing sector?

BEIJING, Feb. 17 -- Chinese authorities unveiled several measures on Monday to promote the new-type energy storage manufacturing sector, as part of efforts to accelerate the development of emerging industries and the country's modern industrial system.

How have provincial government mandates impacted renewables curtailment in China?

To date, more than 20 provinces have issued such mandates and some provincial governments have upped their mandatory ratios for energy storage projects to 20%, up from 10% a couple of years ago. These requirements have helped mitigate renewables curtailment in China.