Global energy in 2026: Growth, resilience and competition
For the global energy economy, 2026 is shaping up to be a high-stakes execution test shaped around three themes: growth, resilience and competition.
Energy storage
Grid energy storage is a collection of methods used for energy storage on a large scale within an electrical power grid.
How gravity batteries will help us switch to renewable energy
Engineers are developing huge gravity batteries to store electricity, which could last longer than often-used lithium-ion storage, helping with the switch to renewable power.
Why electrification and efficiency are the key to net zero
Integrating renewables into the electricity grid has seen some of the biggest advancements by combining technologies from different industries. One solution, developed by ABB
Energy storage: Geothermal systems better than batteries? | World
Enhanced geothermal systems could be better than existing battery technologies for storing excess renewable energy from wind and solar, new research says.
The role of energy storage tech in the energy transition
Energy storage creates a buffer in the power system that can absorb any excess energy in periods when renewables produce more than is required. This stored energy is then sent back to
U.S. Grid Energy Storage Factsheet
Electrical Energy Storage (EES) systems store electricity and convert it back to electrical energy when needed. 1 Batteries are one of the most common forms of electrical energy storage.
4 clever ways to store renewable energy without batteries. | World
Energy storage is increasingly important as the world depends more on renewables. Here are four clever ways we can store renewable energy without batteries.
How to meet global energy demand in the age of electricity?
System-wide and technology-agnostic No single technology can meet the growing demand for electricity while ensuring energy security. Instead, we need a mix of solutions – e.g.
Comprehensive review of energy storage systems technologies,
This paper presents a comprehensive review of the most popular energy storage systems including electrical energy storage systems, electrochemical energy storage systems, mechanical
Scaling battery storage to make full use of the power grid
Optimizing the use of battery storage could help energy companies meet rising demand while also managing prices and accelerating the energy transition.
Next step in China''s energy transition: energy storage deployment
China''s industrial and commercial energy storage is poised for robust growth after showing great market potential in 2023, yet critical challenges remain.
These 4 energy storage technologies are key to climate efforts
Pumped hydro, batteries, thermal and mechanical energy storage store solar, wind, hydro and other renewable energy to supply peaks in demand for power.