2023 energy storage grid connection

How big is the energy backlog in 2023?

The backlog of new power generation and energy storage seeking transmission connections across the U.S. grew again in 2023, with nearly 2,600 gigawatts (GW) of generation and storage capacity now actively seeking grid interconnection, according to new research from Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab).

How has the energy storage industry changed in 2023?

In 2023, the energy storage industry shifted gears from prosperity to intense competition, giving rise to several focal points. Examining the global energy storage market, the installation base remained relatively low from 2021 to 2023. Consequently, as market demand soared, the global installed capacity experienced double growth.

Will China add more energy storage capacity in 2023?

InfoLink expects China to add 39 GWh of energy storage capacity in 2023. The U.S. added 8.2 GWh of installed energy storage capacity in the first half of 2023, far behind anticipations. Constructions under the IRA face delays worse than expected.

How many energy storage installations are there in 2023?

According to EIA data, new energy storage installations in the United States reached 4.55 GW from January to October 2023. EIA forecasts project an additional 3.8 GW to be installed from November to December, bringing the total for 2023 to 8.35 GW—a year-on-year growth of 102%.

How much energy storage does the world have in 2023?

As of the first half of 2023, the world added 27.3 GWh of installed energy storage capacity on the utility-scale power generation side plus the C&I sector and 7.3 GWh in the residential sector, totaling 34.6 GWh, equaling 80% of the 44 GWh addition last year. Despite a global installation boom, regional markets develop at varying paces.

How big will energy storage be in 2024?

Looking ahead to 2024, TrendForce anticipates that the global new installed capacity of energy storage will reach 71 GW/167 GWh, marking a year-on-year growth of 36% and 43%, respectively, and maintaining a high growth rate.