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The global pipeline of energy storage projects is growing rapidly across a variety of market segments, including distributed, grid-scale, off-grid and second-life projects.

From increasing solar self-consumption, reducing consumption peaks, providing flexibility to the electricity system, to deferring costly investments in transmission and distribution infrastructure, the range of applications which energy storage devices can provide is constantly evolving.

To build a robust business case, however, most storage facilities need to provide several services.

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What happens if I void my BESS warranty? Battery cycling strategies are changing, and so is the failure data. James Totton, underwriter at Tokio Marine GX, talks to ESS News about risk in the rapidly growing energy storage industry.
Matthew Lynas
16 hours ago
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Massachusetts expands $5.4 million residential battery VPP program to EVs The ConnectedSolutions virtual power plant (VPP) program, which paid more than $5.4 million to residential battery owners in Massachusetts in 2025, is now adding vehicle-to-grid (V2G) capacity, offering drivers a chance to support the grid during peak demand periods.
Ryan Kennedy
18 hours ago
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Italy’s storage market hinges on grids, permits, regulation, says Neoen Neoen has started building its second battery energy storage project in Italy, with the developer saying grid capacity, permitting and regulatory certainty will determine how quickly solar and storage can scale.
Lara Morandotti
19 hours ago
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Spain approves 260 MW of battery storage projects The Spanish government has published approvals and permitting steps for seven renewable energy installations, including 260 MW of battery energy storage systems (BESS) and 40.5 MW of renewable hybridization projects.
Jose Pedrosa
20 hours ago
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Grupo Cobra secures grid approval for solar-plus-storage in Australia Spanish infrastructure giant Grupo Cobra has landed grid connection approval for a large-scale hybrid solar-and-battery project planned for the Bowen Basin, the largest coal-producing region in Australia.
David Carroll
20 hours ago
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Puerto Rico approves 100 MW/400 MWh battery project Puerto Rico's energy regulator has conditionally approved a 100 MW/400 MWh battery energy storage project, requiring the developer to maintain the system's full four-hour storage capacity throughout its 20-year contract.
Luis Ini
22 hours ago
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Zenobe acquires sdp energie, plans to buy more transmission projects Developer behind world-first Blackhillock project acquires German battery energy storage system (BESS) business. Zenobe plans to buy more large-scale projects and is actively recruiting in Germany.
Matthew Lynas
Jul 27, 2026

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Battery storage powers Japan’s shift from FIT to FIP Green Growth Co., Ltd. says Japan's shift from its feed-in tariff (FIT) scheme to feed-in premium (FIP) is driving demand for battery co-location, marking its first such project online at a solar plant on the island of Kyushu.
Brian Publicover
Jul 20, 2026
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How to protect residential batteries from heat waves An expert from Kiwa PI Berlin recommends installing batteries in thermally stable locations, ensuring proper ventilation, following manufacturer guidelines, and using certified equipment to reduce heat-related risks. During heatwaves, shifting daytime electricity consumption to direct solar use can help limit battery stress and prevent overheating.
Pilar Sanchez Molina
Jul 20, 2026
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India launches tender for 10 GWh battery cell manufacturing capacity for grid storage The Indian government is seeking bids for 10 GWh of advanced chemistry cell manufacturing capacity dedicated to grid-scale stationary storage under the country’s battery manufacturing incentive program.
Uma Gupta
Jul 17, 2026
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Spain adds 1.76 GW of battery storage projects in Q2 Spain added 34 battery energy storage projects totaling 1.76 GW in the second quarter of 2026, as developers including Bruc Energy, Enel Green Power, and Iberdrola advanced hybrid and standalone storage projects.
Jose Pedrosa
Jul 17, 2026
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Sonnedix acquires 260 MW battery storage portfolio in Italy Sonnedix has acquired a 260 MW storage portfolio in Italy from developer Sphera Energy, expanding its total battery energy storage system (BESS) capacity to about 2.8 GW.
Brian Publicover
Jul 17, 2026
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Solaer plans 197 MW of solar, 500 MWh of battery storage for data center in Chile Israel-based Solaer Renewable Energies has secured a long-term lease in Chile’s Atacama region to develop a data center campus powered by solar, batteries, and desalinated water infrastructure.
Luis Ini
Jul 17, 2026
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Emaldo deal lets home batteries tap Sweden’s flexibility markets Emaldo has partnered with Swedish electricity supplier Bixia to expand its access to ancillary service markets.
Brian Publicover
Jul 17, 2026
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EnBW, Zelestra sign tolling deal for 300 MW of battery storage in Italy German utility EnBW has signed a long-term tolling agreement for 300 MW/1.2 GWh of capacity at Spain-based Zelestra's 500 MW/2 GWh battery storage project in Italy, fully contracting the project.
Massimiliano Tripodo
Jul 17, 2026
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Chile reviews 450 MW/3.6 GWh pumped hydro storage project A proposed 450 MW/3.6 GWh pumped hydro energy storage project in northern Chile would use desalinated water in a closed-loop system between two artificial reservoirs.
Luis Ini
Jul 16, 2026

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