Unleashing the Potential of Energy Storage: How Surplus Interconnection Can Transform the US Grid

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Energy Storage News | Utility Dive

Leveraging Surplus Interconnection Could Unleash 800 GW of Energy the US Needs Today

By utilizing existing interconnection sites to integrate low-cost clean energy sources, energy planners can enhance grid reliability and reduce costs.

By Cassady Craighill • Feb. 21, 2025

Texas Regulators Move Virtual Power Plant Pilot Development to ERCOT

The aggregated distributed energy resource pilot currently provides approximately 25.5 MW of energy and nearly 20 MW of additional reserve services to the Electric Reliability Council of Texas market.

By Robert Walton • Feb. 19, 2025

Virtual Power Plants: A Growing Trend

Virtual power plants are increasingly sought after by utilities to balance energy supply and demand amidst rising electricity demand. However, the lack of standardization poses a significant barrier.

By Utility Dive Staff • Retrieved from EVPassport on February 18, 2025

CBRE Selects EVPassport to Roll Out 3,600 Chargers

This agreement comes as the real estate firm aims to meet the growing demand for EV charging infrastructure.

By Joe Burns • Feb. 18, 2025

EV Nonprofit Holds Out Hope for Embattled IRA Tax Credits

The cancellation of incentives for EV purchases would negatively impact low-income Americans and lead to job losses, but there remains optimism regarding their continuation, according to EV nonprofit Generation180.

By Emma Penrod • Feb. 18, 2025

Navigating Energy Volatility in 2025 and Beyond with Solar Battery Storage

A look at how installers can utilize batteries to assist homeowners in managing forthcoming energy volatility.

Sponsored by Panasonic Eco Systems North America • Feb. 18, 2025

Enphase Expands VPP Support in Colorado

As Xcel Energy seeks to add up to 125 MW, generous upfront incentives from its Renewable Battery Connect program could significantly enhance its grid impact, according to an Enphase executive.

By Brian Martucci • Feb. 11, 2025

Bridging Gaps in Gas-Electric Coordination with Energy Storage

Energy storage provides a robust solution for harmonizing gas and electric systems, enhancing flexibility and reliability for the grid.

By Carrie Zalewski • Feb. 10, 2025

GE Vernova to Invest Nearly $600M in US Factories

The energy equipment manufacturer plans to create over 1,500 jobs as it expands its nuclear, solar, and onshore wind energy sectors.

By Joelle Anselmo • Feb. 7, 2025

Tackling the Next Energy Crisis

While electricity demand and distribution technologies won’t resolve all issues, they can offer immediate relief.

By Juan Macias • Feb. 6, 2025

Puerto Rico Utility LUMA Plans to Add 1 GW Renewables and 700 MW Storage

LUMA’s agreement with engineering firm Linxon US includes the development of nine “energy interconnection points” as part of Puerto Rico’s Tranche 1 renewable procurement plan.

By Robert Walton • Feb. 6, 2025

FERC Delay on ISO-NE Interconnection Plan Could Lock Out 3 GW from Capacity Auction

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission’s inaction on ISO New England’s interconnection reform proposal is generating market uncertainty, according to New England states.

By Ethan Howland • Feb. 6, 2025

Utilities Await Clarity on DOE Loans Amid Court Battle

Experts suggest that the scrutiny from the previous administration may impact funding for renewables and climate change mitigation, thus affecting essential grid investments.

By Brian Martucci • Feb. 5, 2025

US Needs More Storage to Ensure Grid Reliability and Resilience

The Solar Energy Industries Association advocates for the U.S. to achieve 10 million distributed energy storage installations and 700 GWh of grid-connected capacity by 2030.

By Brian Martucci • Feb. 4, 2025

2025 US Power Sector Outlook

The second administration has intensified uncertainty regarding the energy transition, while electricity demand from data centers and electrification continues to rise, altering the resource mix.

By Utility Dive Staff • Jan. 31, 2025

Tesla Storage Deployments More Than Double to 31.4 GWh in 2024

Tesla anticipates a minimum 50% increase in its battery storage installations this year.

By Ethan Howland • Jan. 30, 2025

California PUC Proposes Energy Storage Safety and Emergency Response Requirements

Following a fire at Vistra’s 300-MW battery installation near Santa Cruz, the California Public Utilities Commission’s proposal aims to establish new standards for energy storage facilities.

By Brian Martucci • Jan. 29, 2025

EsVolta Poised to Bring 490 MW/980 MWh of Storage Online in ERCOT

The Texas grid operator expects to have nearly 10 GW of energy storage available in March, a substantial increase from about 4,700 MW a year prior.

By Ethan Howland • Jan. 28, 2025

Trump Freezes IRA Funding

The White House issued a memo clarifying that the funding pause only pertains to specific aspects of the law mentioned in Section 2 of the executive order.

By Kate Magill • Updated Jan. 23, 2025

Moss Landing Battery Fire Sparks Calls for Improved Safety and Accountability

The recent fire at the site, which marked the fourth blaze in five years, destroyed a significant portion of a 300-MW battery array owned by Vistra Energy and has been described as a “wake-up call” for the industry by local officials.

By Brian Martucci • Updated Jan. 21, 2025

Sonnen and SOLRITE Energy Launch Grid-Optimizing Virtual Power Plant in Texas

This initiative aims to alleviate congestion and enhance renewable power economics on the Electric Reliability Council of Texas grid, according to sonnen USA CEO Blake Richetta.

By Brian Martucci • Jan. 17, 2025

JLL Establishes Energy Advisory and Sustainability Practice

The new team will offer technical expertise on energy sourcing, efficiency, and end-use optimization across the company’s various business lines.

By Joe Burns • Jan. 17, 2025

It’s Time for the US to Adopt Comprehensive Battery Legislation Similar to the EU

As the largest economy with a rapidly growing EV market, the United States has the opportunity—and obligation—to lead the way in creating a circular economy for batteries.

By Blaine Miller-McFeeley and Julia Poliscanova • Jan. 17, 2025

US Battery Market Faces Possible Significant Tariff Impacts

With limited production capacity outside of China, Clean Energy Associates’ Q4 2024 report suggests that heavily tariffed Chinese production will dictate the market price for lithium-iron-phosphate batteries over the next two years.

By Brian Martucci • Jan. 14, 2025

PJM’s Proposal to Unlock Unused Interconnection Capacity Gains Broad Support

The PJM Interconnection’s initiative to revise its Surplus Interconnection Service rules could release 26 GW for a July capacity auction, according to clean energy trade groups.

By Ethan Howland • Jan. 14, 2025

PJM’s Capacity Market Proposal Faces Pushback from Market Monitor and Generators

Opposition to proposed revisions to the grid operator’s must-offer and market seller offer cap rules has emerged from various stakeholders, including the PJM Power Providers Group and Advanced Energy United.

By Ethan Howland • Jan. 13, 2025
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