Energy storage export trade

Which international trade issues will remain a concern for energy storage projects?

Two major areas of international trade that will remain causes of concern for energy storage projects are the application of tariffs and supply chain integrity.

What is energy storage?

Energy storage includes equipment and services for electrochemical (batteries), thermal, and mechanical storage. The United States is one of the fastest growing markets for energy storage in the world, giving U.S. companies expertise in deploying, operating, and optimizing energy storage systems.

Will US tariffs affect energy storage?

There have also been indications that the US administration may consider other tariff proposals impacting energy storage, such as a 10–20% universal tariff, tariffs of up to 60% across the board on Chinese-origin goods, and tariffs of 25% on Mexican and Canadian origin goods.

What are the different types of energy storage technologies?

The United States has a range of competitive energy storage technologies, from lithium ion batteries, to flow batteries, compressed air energy storage, liquid air energy storage, pumped hydro, hydrogen, thermal storage, and more!

How much did energy storage cost in China in 2023?

The global energy storage market nearly tripled in 2023 alone, adding 45 gigawatts (97 gigawatt-hours), yet prices in China fell to record lows of $115 per kilowatt-hour for two-hour systems—a 43% year-over-year decrease 2.

How does tariff risk affect a battery energy storage system (BESS) project?

Mitigating tariff risk in battery energy storage system (BESS) projects is crucial for ensuring project financial viability, as tariff changes can significantly affect cost structures and overall project economics.