

Solar+storage is so much farther along than you think
145 snips Jul 16, 2025
Kostantsa Rangelova and Dave Jones, energy researchers and authors of a groundbreaking Ember report, unveil the impressive decline in solar-plus-storage costs, making it a competitive player against traditional energy sources like nuclear and gas. They discuss the surprising lag in industry adoption, rapid technological improvements, and the global shift away from natural gas. The pair also highlight the integration of solar and storage in various sectors, showcasing its transformative impact on energy reliability and costs. This conversation sheds light on a sustainable energy future.
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Solar+Storage Can Provide Baseload Power
- Adding enough batteries to solar can provide 24/7 baseload power in sunny cities.
- This challenges the common skepticism about solar's inability to supply power overnight.
UAE's Gigawatt Solar+Storage Project
- The UAE announced a 1 GW continuous power project from solar plus batteries to be online by 2027.
- This project includes 5.2 GW of solar and 19 GWh of batteries, a huge scale for continuous renewable power.
LFP Batteries Revolutionize Grid Storage
- New grid batteries use LFP technology, removing nickel and cobalt.
- LFP batteries deliver longer life and reduce environmental impact compared to older chemistries.