Developers added 12 gigawatts (GW) of new utility-scale solar electric generating capacity in the United States during the first half of 2025, and they plan to add another 21 GW in the second half of the year, according to our latest survey of electric generating capacity changes. If those plans. . Support CleanTechnica's work through a Substack subscription or on Stripe.
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Some of the most important trends include finding better alternatives to lithium-ion batteries, inventing renewable depots for broader distribution, and moving from centralized to more flexible, portable power cell solutions. . According to BloombergNEF, global annual energy storage deployments (excluding pumped hydro) reached a record 92 GW / 247 GWh in 2025, up 23% from 2024. Battery system prices plunged sharply, with turnkey BESS averaging $117/kWh globally and stationary lithium-ion packs hitting $70/kWh — a 45% drop. . The global energy storage market is poised to hit new heights yet again in 2025. These advancements are vital in industries such as manufacturing. .
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Scatec, a Norwegian leader in renewable energy solutions, has officially commenced construction on its ambitious 1. 1 GW Obelisk solar project coupled with a 100 MW/200 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) in Egypt. . The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), African Development Bank (AfDB), and British International Investment (BII), the United Kingdom's development finance institution and impact investor, are providing a total of US$ 479. The project will encompass a 1GW solar and 100MW (200MWh) battery. . Egypt Alexandria energy storage project successfully connected to the grid Egypt Alexandria energy storage project successfully connected to the grid Will Egypt build a microgrid? Earlier this year, state-owned utility Egyptian Electricity Holding Co. held an expressions-of-interest tender for the. .
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