Energy Storage

Energy transitions are underway in many countries, with a significant global increase in the use of wind and solar power playing a key role. To integrate variable renewable energy resources into grids, energy storage is key. Energy storage allows for the increased use of wind and solar power, which can not only increase access to power in developing countries, but also increase the resilience of energy systems, improve grid reliability, stability, and power quality.

ESMAP's Response

Energy storage systems like batteries ensure an uninterrupted supply of energy - even when the sun does not shine and the wind does not blow. They increase the resilience of energy systems, improve grid reliability, stability, and power quality. They also help developing countries tackle crippling power sector deficits that prevent investments, and reduce heavy subsidies that lead to fiscal stress and further indebtedness.

ESMAP plays a key role in “plugging in” developing countries with the latest technologies, and implementation experience. This has been achieved through horizon scanning of frontier technologies, international experience and principal players, capacity building, knowledge exchange with stakeholders of client countries, and technical assistance and operational support.

Learn more about The Energy Storage Partnership