Transmission

The Electricity System Operator (ESO) has released its annual Future Energy Scenarios report for 2024, which outlines potential pathways to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. Storage plays a crucial element in the transition to a clean energy future. However, for batteries to successfully fulfil their role, significant system changes are necessary. From refining the grid connection proce...

In just one month, the new Labour government has taken significant positive steps toward improving the British energy system. However, to achieve the net-zero targets, much more needs to be done. The approach to implementing these changes is crucial for the system's success. Is radical market reform essential, or could it cause more harm than good? How will the migration of many public-to-private...

In just one month, the new Labour government has taken significant positive steps toward improving the British energy system. However, to achieve the net-zero targets, much more needs to be done. The approach to implementing these changes is crucial for the system's success. Is radical market reform essential, or could it cause more harm than good? How will the migration of many public-to-private...

Energy market design across the US varies from one Regional Transmission Operators (RTOs) or Independent System Operators (ISOs) to another. With each organization encompassing a distinct generation mix, the market design differs to optimize outcomes with their respective infrastructure and tools on hand. With the increase of storage and renewables growing, what changes in market design are we see...

Energy market design across the US varies from one Regional Transmission Operators (RTOs) or Independent System Operators (ISOs) to another. With each organization encompassing a distinct generation mix, the market design differs to optimize outcomes with their respective infrastructure and tools on hand. With the increase of storage and renewables growing, what changes in market design are we see...

Curious about the world of power trading? The sector has undergone significant changes over the years and is continuing to evolve as the generation stack transforms. This episode explores the shift from manual trades to data-driven strategies and examines how these changes have impacted the market. We explore the complexities and strategies involved in power trading, focusing on the role of renewa...

Curious about the world of power trading? The sector has undergone significant changes over the years and is continuing to evolve as the generation stack transforms. This episode explores the shift from manual trades to data-driven strategies and examines how these changes have impacted the market. We explore the complexities and strategies involved in power trading, focusing on the role of renewa...

Ever wondered how energy storage projects go from concept to reality? What do developers consider when planning interconnections to the grid? ERCOT's unique approach to interconnections is a game changer for energy storage projects, allowing faster and more flexible grid connections. But how does this compare to other ISOs across America, and what factors are crucial when considering interconnecti...

Ever wondered how energy storage projects go from concept to reality? What do developers consider when planning interconnections to the grid? ERCOT's unique approach to interconnections is a game changer for energy storage projects, allowing faster and more flexible grid connections. But how does this compare to other ISOs across America, and what factors are crucial when considering interconnecti...

The first six months of 2024 have seen lots of updates for battery energy storage. Despite buildout levels being lower than anticipated, the sector has experienced several impactful changes that have influenced both operations and revenue potential. In today’s episode, we explore the headlines and take a look at the factors driving these. Modo Energy’s Director of Data Science, Robyn Lucas, and Ma...

The first six months of 2024 have seen lots of updates for battery energy storage. Despite buildout levels being lower than anticipated, the sector has experienced several impactful changes that have influenced both operations and revenue potential. In today’s episode, we explore the headlines and take a look at the factors driving these. Modo Energy’s Director of Data Science, Robyn Lucas, and Ma...

The recent announcement of Gresham House Energy Storage Fund's tolling agreement with Octopus Energy represents a significant milestone in the battery storage industry. This agreement, which offers a fixed price for battery usage over two years, is poised to reshape the market. Ben Guest, Managing Director of New Energy & Fund Manager at Gresham House Energy Storage Fund, joins Quentin in toda...

The recent announcement of Gresham House Energy Storage Fund's tolling agreement with Octopus Energy represents a significant milestone in the battery storage industry. This agreement, which offers a fixed price for battery usage over two years, is poised to reshape the market. Ben Guest, Managing Director of New Energy & Fund Manager at Gresham House Energy Storage Fund, joins Quentin in toda...

Last week we celebrated our 100th episode of the Transmission podcast, and to say thank you to our listeners we are giving away 100 exclusive 100th-episode anniversary t-shirts. Enter here for your chance to win! Ever wondered how a company goes from pioneering Demand Side Response to managing a global portfolio of distributed energy assets? Our latest podcast episode dives deep into GridBeyond's...

Last week we celebrated our 100th episode of the Transmission podcast, and to say thank you to our listeners we are giving away 100 exclusive 100th-episode anniversary t-shirts. Enter here for your chance to win! Ever wondered how a company goes from pioneering Demand Side Response to managing a global portfolio of distributed energy assets? Our latest podcast episode dives deep into GridBeyond's...

Today’s episode marks 100 episodes of the Transmission podcast! As a thank you for being part of the conversation around battery energy storage, energy markets and beyond - we are giving away 100 exclusive 100th-episode anniversary t-shirts! Enter here for your chance to win! In this very special episode we are going full circle. Quentin is talking to Harmony Energy CEO & Founder, Peter Kavana...

Today’s episode marks 100 episodes of the Transmission podcast! As a thank you for being part of the conversation around battery energy storage, energy markets and beyond - we are giving away 100 exclusive 100th-episode anniversary t-shirts! Enter here for your chance to win! In this very special episode we are going full circle. Quentin is talking to Harmony Energy CEO & Founder, Peter Kavana...

With a general election on the horizon, the UK faces significant potential shifts in its approach to achieving net zero targets and build out of renewable energy and battery storage. The topic of net zero has become a key issue among political parties. Today, we explore the climate strategies of leading parties and how a change in government could change net-zero strategies. From the proposed 'Gre...

In today's increasingly transparent world, there is no excuse for turning a blind eye to the issues that in reality are apparent at many levels of many industrial supply chains. Embracing best practices for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards is not only ethically responsible but can also offer a significant competitive advantage in the global battery industry. However, navigatin...

In today's increasingly transparent world, there is no excuse for turning a blind eye to the issues that in reality are apparent at many levels of many industrial supply chains. Embracing best practices for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards is not only ethically responsible but can also offer a significant competitive advantage in the global battery industry. However, navigatin...

The Inflation Reduction Act or ‘IRA’, is turbocharging the buildout of domestic renewable energy solutions in the USA. Until recently, the focus on homegrown battery build-out has been on EV batteries, but the tides are changing as the need for grid-scale energy storage projects is gaining momentum. Pomega Energy Storage Technologies USA is in the race to be first to market to provide it all - fro...

We love talking about batteries and energy in the office so why not open the floor to our listeners? Ever wondered what the end game is for battery storage, or what’s new in cell chemistries? In our ‘mailbag’ series, we’ll answer your questions on a range of subjects. Ask us a question here. In this episode Modo Energy Director, Ed Porter and Market Analyst, Shaniyaa Holness-McKenzie cover: The re...

The inevitable reality is that hard-to-abate sectors will still be producing carbon emissions by the goal date of net zero by 2050. Until these sectors can decarbonize their emissions, alternative methods must be applied to reduce the amount of carbon released by these processes. Under the umbrella term ‘carbon capture, utilization and storage’ or CCUS, the process of capturing the carbon produced...

Gore Street Capital was one of the earliest major players in the GB battery energy storage industry and now has 1.2 GW of projects in operation and construction across the globe. The company manages the Gore Street Energy Storage Fund, one of three funds in the UK focusing on battery energy storage. But how did they get to this point, and what does the future hold? In this episode of Transmission,...

Battery energy storage in ERCOT is accelerating fast! At the start of 2023, total installed storage sat at 1.96 GW of operational capacity - one year later that number exceeds 4GW, and ERCOT’s predictions see capacity reaching 10GW by the end of 2024. What factors have influenced this buildout, and in what ways are we seeing batteries participate in the market? In today’s episode, guest host Wende...