Summary of the article “U.S. Battery Capacity Increased 66% in 2024”:
– In the U.S., utility-scale battery storage capacity exceeded 26 gigawatts in 2024.
– 10.4 gigawatts of new battery storage capacity were added in 2024, the second-largest capacity addition after solar.
– Battery storage capacity is growing rapidly but still only accounts for a small percentage of the total electricity generating capacity in the country.
Author’s take:
The surge in battery storage capacity in the U.S. in 2024 marks a significant step towards a more resilient and sustainable energy infrastructure. As the energy landscape continues to evolve, the increasing focus on battery storage highlights a promising trend in achieving cleaner and more reliable power systems.
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