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New energy storage policy in the Middle East

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6 Frequently Asked Questions about “New energy storage policy in the Middle East”

Will energy storage expand in MENA?

The current utility business model limits the prospects of energy storage expansion opportunities, unless driven by direct governmental support. Auctions in MENA have been a major driver for renewable energy deployment, most notably for solar and wind, but only a few have included energy storage.

Which energy storage technology has the most installed capacity in MENA?

Pumped hydro storage (PHS) has the largest share of installed capacity in MENA at 55%, as compared to a global share of 90%. Pumped hydro storage is one of the oldest energy storage technologies, which explains its dominance in the global ESS market.

How should energy storage be regulated?

Adopt a comprehensive regulatory framework with specific energy storage targets in national energy policies by setting achievable targets and timelines to drive energy storage deployment. Energy and electricity laws and regulations should account for the deployment of energy storage and be amended accordingly.

Why do we need energy storage systems?

This necessitates reinforcing the power network, firming capacities, and enhancing the grids' stability and flexibility. Increasing the deployment of intermittent energy sources without integrating energy storage systems may jeopardize the power system stability and security of supply.

What is energy storage & how does it work?

Energy storage is used instead of upgrading the transmission network infrastructure. The storage system provides the grid with the necessary output to ensure the voltage level on the network remains steady. Optimizing energy storage systems against wholesale prices—discharging at high prices and charging at low prices.

What regulations are unfavorable to the deployment of ESS?

Moreover, some regulations may be unfavorable to the deployment of ESS, such as the net-metering scheme on a flat tarif. Net-metering enables the end-user to ofset the electricity consumed from the utility side by injecting excess electricity generated on-site into the grid, during a defined period.

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