EU battery storage additions hit 27.1 GWh in 2025, Germany leads
The EU installed a record-breaking 27.1 GWh of new battery energy storage system (BESS) capacity in 2025, with Germany and Italy topping the chart again, while Bulgaria emerged as
Why South Korea''s Energy Storage Systems Keep Failing: A
On March 9, 2025, a photovoltaic energy storage facility in South Korea''s Gangjin County became ground zero for the country''s latest energy storage disaster. Firefighters battled flames for over 13
Operational issues hit returns in one in five battery storage projects
A recent report from battery intelligence firm Accure reveals that while most battery energy storage systems (BESS) operate reliably, nearly 19% of projects experience reduced returns due to
What a major battery fire means for the future of
Let''s catch up on what happened in this fire, what the lingering concerns are, and what comes next for the energy storage industry.
Fears of massive battery fires spark local
Lithium-ion batteries are increasingly being used to store power for electrical grids, but some localities are concerned about fire risks.
Tesla Energy Posts 46.7 GWh Storage Deployments in 2025
Tesla''s energy division hit record 46.7 GWh storage and $12.8B revenue in 2025 while planning Megapack 3, Megablock, and $20B capex.
Solar, battery storage to lead new U.S. generating capacity additions
Battery storage. In 2025, capacity growth from battery storage could set a record as we expect 18.2 GW of utility-scale battery storage to be added to the grid. U.S. battery storage already achieved record
Battery storage outlook boosted by thirst for firm power
February 3 - Demand for battery storage is rising on the back of massive investment in solar and wind power, wider electrification efforts and a need to strengthen grid reliability.
Battery Energy Storage Systems: Main Considerations for Safe
This webpage includes information from first responder and industry guidance as well as background information on battery energy storage systems (challenges & fires), BESS installation
The Battery Storage Delusion: Utility-Scale Batteries Are No Silver
While batteries can provide valuable short-term support to the grid, they cannot function as long-duration energy storage (LDES) solutions or scale to the levels needed to back up large