Cost Projections for Utility-Scale Battery Storage: 2023 Update
This work was authored by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, operated by Alliance for Sustainable Energy, LLC, for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) under Contract No. DE
This work was authored by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, operated by Alliance for Sustainable Energy, LLC, for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) under Contract No. DE
If you''re planning a utility-scale battery storage installation, you''ve probably asked: What exactly drives the $1.2 million to $2.5 million price tag for a 10MW system in 2024? Let''s cut through
If you''re planning a utility-scale battery storage installation, you''ve probably asked: What exactly drives the $1.2 million to $2.5 million price tag for a 10MW system in 2024? Let''s cut through
This work was funded by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Solar Energy Technology Office (SETO) under Agreement #32315, "Best Practices for Installation, Operation and Maintenance
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The benchmarks are bottom-up cost estimates of all major inputs to typical PV and energy storage system configurations and installation practices. Bottom-up costs are based on national averages and do not necessarily represent typical costs in all local markets.
The allure of investing in a 10 MW solar power plant extends beyond its direct environmental and economic benefits. Such projects are often seen as benchmarks for technological innovation and leadership in the renewable energy sector, setting the stage for future large-scale energy initiatives.
These benchmarks help measure progress toward goals for reducing solar electricity costs and guide SETO research and development programs. Read more to find out how these cost benchmarks are modeled and download the data and cost modeling program below.
Imagine a vast area, typically the size of about 40 football fields, lined meticulously with rows of gleaming solar panels—this is what encompasses a 10 MW solar power plant. Such a facility is capable of producing enough electricity to power approximately 2,000 average homes, making it a significant contributor to local energy needs.