The United States has seen significant developments in long-duration energy storage (LDES) policies, with several states leading the way. Here are some of the states with notable success in long-duration energy storage policies:
California
- Policy Success: California was the first state to adopt energy storage procurement targets, setting a goal of 1,825 MW by 2020 and surpassing it. Recently, the California Public Utilities Commission directed a focus on LDES, setting new targets of 2 GW, with 1 GW for storage capable of at least 12 hours and another 1 GW for multi-day storage to be deployed by 2037.
- Grant Initiatives: California has also been proactive with grants, such as a recent $2 million grant for long-duration energy storage projects.
Other Leading States
While California stands out for its extensive policies, other states have also adopted policies supporting energy storage. For example, Nevada, New York, and Oregon have procurement targets for energy storage, although they may not specifically focus on long-duration storage as much as California. Two states have recently incorporated requirements for long-duration energy storage, though they are not explicitly named beyond California.
To further evaluate success, we would need to consider the progress each state makes toward their goals, but California is clearly at the forefront of long-duration energy storage development in the U.S.
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