Energy storage rollout is too slow and needs more political support, says new report

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International Institute for Sustainable Development says new grid storage is only just beginning in SA

SA should invest more in energy storage such as batteries to help ease the electricity crisis but existing projects were far below the level needed, a think-tank report says.

Battery energy storage systems in the pipeline for development still fall far short of the 4GW of batteries needed by 2026, according to the Eskom transmission development plan...A subscription helps you enjoy the best of our business content every day along with benefits such as articles from our international business news partners; ProfileData financial data; and digital access to the Sunday Times and TimesLive Premium.

 

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