British energy storage technology standards

What are international standards for energy storage?

Internationally developed standards are often mirrored by the BSI in the UK and so become UK standards. They form the bulk of the technical standards related to energy storage. They are developed through relevant working groups in organisations such as the IEC, CENELEC, or ISO and present international consensus on what standards should apply.

What is the future of energy storage in the UK?

The UK’s energy storage market continues to experience strong growth. In 2024, operational capacity of energy storage resources was 4.6 GW/5.9 GWh, which was projected to increase to 7.4 GW/11.6 GWh by the end of 2024. Moreover, the future looks promising, with total planned capacity for energy storage projects of 85 GW/175 GWh.

What are EU energy storage initiatives?

EU energy storage initiatives are a key part of advancing energy security and the transition toward a carbon-neutral economy, improving energy efficiency, and integrating renewable energy sources into electricity systems, and can play an integral role in balancing power grids and saving surplus energy.

What is the European Commission doing about energy storage?

The European Commission in 2020 published a study on energy storage, which summarized some previous studies and reports, explored current and potential energy storage markets in Europe, and set out policy and regulatory recommendations for energy storage.

What are the different types of energy storage systems?

These include electrochemical batteries (e.g., flow batteries), gravity energy storage (e.g., pumped hydro), air-based storage systems, kinetic energy systems (e.g., flywheels), thermal storage, chemical storage, and electromagnetic storage.

Does the UK have a sustainable battery industry?

The UK is well-placed to build on its sustainable production strengths to meet the growing demand for sustainable batteries. The Call for Evidence [footnote 205] highlighted how sustainability must be embedded in all corners of the UK battery industry.