Average enterprise ESS system price per 50MW in China

How much energy storage capacity will China have by 2030?

To meet the demand from its power system, China will have to cumulate 460 GWh of energy storage capacity by 2030, among which 350 GWh shall be battery or electrochemical energy storage, and 110 GW pumped hydro storage.

What is China's energy storage capacity?

China's electrochemical energy storage capacity grew rapidly, with 5 GWh added in 2021 (an 89% year-on-year increase) and 15.3 GWh added in 2022 (a 206% year-on-year increase).

What is the energy storage capacity in China in 2021?

In 2021, The energy storage capacity in China was 46.1 GW; the pumped hydro segment is dominating the energy storage market in China with a total installed capacity of 39.8 GW, which is around 83% of total energy storage capacity.

How can China achieve energy self-sufficiency?

The long-term solution for China to achieve energy self-sufficiency comprises renewables reaching grid parity and sufficient energy storage capacity. Over the past decade, China has been laying the groundwork, becoming a world leader in PV, onshore wind, and lithium battery industries.

What is the price gap between ESS and batteries?

In March, the price disparity between ESS and batteries has continued to shrink. The average price of a 280Ah/0.5C storage battery hovered around 0.38 yuan/Wh in March 2024. According to our data, the average winning price for a 2-hour ESS is approximately 0.63 yuan/Wh, resulting in a price gap of around 0.25 yuan/Wh.

Can China achieve energy self-sufficiency by 2060?

Currently, China is still managing to refrain from fossil fuel imports, aiming to reach carbon peak and carbon neutrality by 2060. The long-term solution for China to achieve energy self-sufficiency comprises renewables reaching grid parity and sufficient energy storage capacity.