What is energy storage system deployment in MENA?

Energy Storage System deployment in MENA Energy Storage Systems (ESS) play a critical role in the integration of VRE into the power grid, as these systems manage the intermittencies of renewable energy resources and mitigate potential power supply disruptions.

Which energy storage technology has the most installed capacity in MENA?

Pumped hydro storage (PHS) has the largest share of installed capacity in MENA at 55%, as compared to a global share of 90%. Pumped hydro storage is one of the oldest energy storage technologies, which explains its dominance in the global ESS market.

How big is the stationary battery storage market?

It is expected that stationary battery storage market size will surpass $170 billion by 2030, according to Global Market Insights. Furthermore, The GCC countries’ grid interconnectivity is expected to generate US$ 33 billion in investments, economic and energy savings over the next 25 years.

Can energy storage be integrated in MENA?

Although the energy storage market in MENA is bound to grow, several barriers exist that hinder the integration of ESS and the ramping up of investments. Financial, regulatory, and market barriers need to be addressed via policy tools that lay the foundations for an evolved power market to integrate the deployed ESS.

Which country has the most battery storage capacity in MENA?

Currently, NaS battery technology dominates the battery storage capacity in operation in MENA, particularly in the UAE, with a total of 108 MW/648 MWh projects developed by the Abu Dhabi Water and Electricity Authority (ADWEA).

How many GW of battery storage systems are online?

According to a study made by Bloomberg New Energy Finance (BNEF) in 2018, almost 4 GW of battery storage systems went online, and by 2020 this number could double, as market research experts predict. Lithium-ion batteries dominate the PV-plus-storage market.