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Energy Storage


The POWER Interview: Challenges for the Energy Storage Market

The global market for energy storage is experiencing rapid growth, in part because the technology is being included in decarbonization and sustainability programs. It also is being used to support…



Microgrids Provide Reliable Power During Emergencies and Help Decarbonize the Grid

Microgrids are localized power grids that can be disconnected from the traditional grid to operate autonomously. Because they are able to operate while the main grid is down, microgrids can…


The POWER Interview: IRA, Economics Support Solar-Plus-Storage Market

Several executives in the energy industry have spoken with POWER in recent months about how utility-scale solar power projects benefit from the addition of energy storage. Many have noted how…


Major Pumped-Hydro Storage Project Moves Forward in Nevada

A Utah-based energy developer has filed a final license application for construction of a major pumped-hydro storage project in Nevada. rPlus Hydro on March 8 said it made the filing…


The POWER Interview: DC-Coupled Storage Optimizing Solar PV Systems

Asset owners want to get the most out of their solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, which is why many today are adding energy storage to an installation or upgrading a project…


New Technologies, New Sites Supporting Growth of Energy Storage

Advancements in energy storage, including new battery types and longer-duration batteries, are driving innovation in the sector. Retired power generation plants are being repurposed as storage sites, and the residential…