Fresh off surviving economic turmoil and infrastructure challenges, Lebanon's 2025 National Energy Strategy reads like a comeback story. Their three-point playbook: Underground salt caverns being repurposed for compressed air energy storage (CAES) – who knew old mining sites could.
The Costa Rican Electricity Institute plans to add up to 300 MW of battery energy storage systems (BESS), enabling improved management of renewable generation and reducing reliance on thermal backup. The country's wind resource potential further supports this strategy.
In the United States, new Treasury Department figures show that subsidies for wind and solar dwarf all other energy-related provisions in the tax code, costing $31. 4 billion in 2024, and are expected to cost taxpayers $421 billion more between 2025 and 2034 based on the subsidies.
Recent policy updates suggest: Fast-track approvals for hybrid solar+storage systems Tax incentives for systems with 10+ year warranties Mandatory recycling plans for battery components Considering entering the Nauru market? Don't let certification hurdles slow you down.
A toolkit that offers comprehensive solutions to eight key barriers hindering the integration of energy storage systems into the grid, and provides essential resources and guidance for policymakers and industry experts to ensure safer, more cost-effective, and efficient grid.
Nicaragua's new Renewable Storage Incentive Program (RSIP) could slash costs by 18-22% for certified installers. But there's a catch – systems must use at least 30% locally sourced components.
The proposed updated Western Solar Plan identifies areas for potential solar development on BLM-managed public lands across the West. It expands the planning area from the original six states (AZ, CA, CO, NV, NM, UT) to include five additional states (ID, MT, OR, WA, and WY).
Namibia's new energy policy aims to increase renewable energy investments, ensuring clean, affordable power for all citizens and enhancing climate resilience.