The Next Big Opportunities in Energy Storage - William Chueh

Explore the future of energy storage in this 52-minute Stanford webinar. Delve into emerging technologies, new applications, and market trends in the rapidly growing field of electrochemical energy storage. Learn about the expected doubling of global grid energy storage by 2021 and how countries are preparing to capitalize on this shift. Gain insights from Stanford Assistant Professor William Chueh on battery costs, renewable electricity, electric vehicle growth, and policy implications. Examine the role of energy storage in grid management, including frequency regulation and peak shaving. Discover the challenges and opportunities in battery technology, installation capacity, and the potential of second-life batteries. Understand the levelized cost of batteries and the companies involved in this transformative industry. Conclude with a Q&A session to address specific inquiries about the future of energy storage.