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Are California's battery energy storage systems going up?

For Immediate Release: October 24, 2023 SACRAMENTO — New data show California is surging forward with the buildout of battery energy storage systems with more than 6,600 megawatts (MW) online, enough electricity to power 6.6 million homes for up to four hours.

Should California increase battery storage?

Increasing storage allows California’s grid to store energy from clean energy sources like solar during the day and use it during peak demand in the evening. Ramping up battery storage is a key part of Governor Newsom’s energy roadmap for achieving the state’s ambitious climate goals and a 100% clean electric grid.

How big is California's battery storage capacity?

Within the past five years, California has grown its battery storage capacity by more than 15 times, up from just 770 MW in 2019. To put this progress into perspective, it took the state nearly five years to reach 10,000 MW in early 2024 but just six months to add the most recent 3,000 MW.

Why is battery storage important in California?

In California, electricity demand is highest in the late afternoon and early evening hours when the sun sets, causing solar resources to drop off before winds pick up later in the evening. The battery storage fleet provides a critical energy bridge during this time of day.

Does long-duration energy storage cost more than lithium-ion battery production?

The technology has lower costs compared to lithium-ion battery production. Other awards approved under the Long-Duration Energy Storage Program include: $31 million for a 60 MW renewable backup power microgrid in San Diego County. $32 million for a 20 MW microgrid project in Tehama County.

How much battery storage does California need?

California is projected to need 79 GW of new renewable generation and around 50 GW of battery storage to meet its 2045 greenhouse gas reduction goals.1 The integration of large amounts of battery storage poses new challenges and opportunities.