Energy Storage News•5 days ago
US Roundup: California CCAs secure LDES from Hydrostor, ESS Inc. iron-salt acquisition, PowerSecure microgrids enhance New Mexico grid
Key Takeaway
The energy market is seeing significant investment and consolidation in long-duration storage and microgrid technologies, offering developers and large consumers new options for capacity, reliability, and grid independence.
AI Summary
- •California CCA (CC Power) secures 400 MWh of long-duration energy storage (LDES) from Hydrostor's Willow Rock project, highlighting growing demand for multi-hour storage solutions in the region.
- •PowerSecure is deploying microgrids in New Mexico to enhance grid reliability and resilience, offering a practical model for distributed energy solutions applicable to large consumers.
- •ESS Inc. (iron-salt battery developer) acquires VoltStorage, a German iron-flow battery company, signaling consolidation and technology expansion within the long-duration storage market.
- •These developments indicate a strong market push for advanced storage technologies and localized grid solutions to meet evolving energy demands and reliability challenges.
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