Social And Economic Development

What barriers are preventing the deployment of energy storage technologies?

Though there are a number of regulatory and market barriers preventing the increased deployment of energy storage technologies, the primary barrier to deployment is high capital costs.

What is a barrier in energy storage?

The term barrier, as used in this report, is broadly defined as an issue that hinders deployment of energy storage technologies. In some instances, a barrier may prevent deployment; and in others, it may limit deployment, limit revenue or limit consideration for deployment.

What are the different types of energy storage barriers?

The barriers are broadly categorized into regulatory barriers, market (economic) barriers, utility and developer business model barriers, cross-cutting barriers that cross the different categories, and technology barriers specific to energy storage technical performance and capabilities.

Are utility and developer risk and uncertainty a barrier to energy storage?

Utility and developer risk and uncertainty is a barrier that follows from the others. The multitude of barriers to the deployment of storage resources creates significant issues of uncertainty and therefore, risk, to potential owners of energy storage systems.

Are economic and business model issues hindering energy storage?

If you believe economic and business model issues stand as challenges hindering energy storage from being a viable service provider, then answer the following questions from your specific organization's perspective: List and rank the top three (3) such challenges that limit your organization from developing or promoting energy storage?

What are the barriers limiting deployment?

However, a number of other market and regulatory barriers persist, limiting further deployment. These barriers can be categorized into regulatory barriers, market (economic) barriers, utility and developer business model barriers, cross-cutting barriers and technology barriers.