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786: Energy Storage: Policies, Tech & Trends Moving The Market


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The global energy storage market is skyrocketing, with battery capacity more than doubling year over year. With over 60 gigawatts of storage installed worldwide, the sector is poised for even more rapid expansion. 

In this special roundup episode, we look back at some of the top episodes on SunCast discussing key trends, policies, and technologies shaping the future of energy storage. We break down the domestic manufacturing boom, how the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) is driving investment, and the hurdles of scaling storage safely and efficiently. Plus, we discuss cell-to-grid strategies and a revolutionary non-battery approach to energy storage.

Our experts for this Energy Storage deep dive are: 

Joan White (SEIA) , Andy Tang (Wärtsilä), Adam Knudsen (Dynapower), Drew Lebowitz & Swetha Sundaram (The BESS Book), and Robert Piconi (Energy Vault)

Expect to learn:

  • How the U.S. is ramping up battery manufacturing—new factories, policy incentives, and projected supply timelines.
  • Key challenges in scaling storage—from supply chain constraints to fire safety and grid integration.
  • Why DC-coupled storage is gaining momentum—cutting conversion losses and improving economics.
  • Where to get expert BESS training—including a must-read industry book.
  • The rise of alternative storage technologies, such as gravity batteries

What most excites you about energy storage right now? Who should we have on the show next?

Let us know [email protected]

If you want to connect with today's guest, you’ll find links to his contact info in the show notes on the blog at https://mysuncast.com/suncast-episodes/.

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