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How to judge the progress of energy storage industry in China?

Chen Haisheng, Chairman of the China Energy Storage Alliance: When judging the progress of an industry, we must take a rational view that considers the overall situation, development, and long-term perspective. In regard to the overall situation, the development of energy storage in China is still proceeding at a fast pace.

What is the demand for energy storage facilities in China?

The rapid growth of renewable energy generation has created a large market demand for energy storage facilities. By the end of the first quarter of 2024, the cumulative installed capacity of new energy-storage projects in China had reached 35.3 million kW.

Should China develop stronger energy-storage infrastructure?

The answer lies in developing stronger energy-storage infrastructure. Hong Li is an adviser on China’s national planning committee for energy-storage development. Together with engineers and policymakers, the committee is working on a five-year research and development plan that will begin next year.

What is China's energy storage policy?

In 2017, China released its first national policy document on energy storage, which emphasized the need to develop cheaper, safer batteries capable of holding more energy, to further increase the country’s ability to store the power it produces (see ‘China’s battery boost’).

Are phase change materials suitable for thermal energy storage?

Phase change materials (PCMs) having a large latent heat during solid-liquid phase transition are promising for thermal energy storage applications. However, the relatively low thermal conductivity of the majority of promising PCMs (<10 W/ (m ⋅ K)) limits the power density and overall storage efficiency.

Will China reduce energy demand?

A reduction in the net energy demand is not part of the policy, even as China’s energy mix shifts. According to the energy company BP, in 2018 China accounted for 24% of global energy consumption. The firm estimates that, by 2040, China will still be at the top of the list, and will account for 22% of global consumption.