Global Energy Storage Industry Update – December 2, 2025 | Key Policies, Projects, and Technology Trends

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Tesla announced that it has begun producing its new in-house–developed solar panels at the New York Gigafactory in Buffalo. The first batch is expected to be delivered to customers in Q1 2026. According to a Tesla vice president, residential solar demand in the United States has surged, driven largely by recent policy shifts.

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Trina Storage launched the world’s first Elementa Electra large-scale AC-coupled energy storage system. The system features high-efficiency power conversion and flexible power control, designed for renewable energy shifting and grid frequency regulation. Its modular architecture and built-in UPS function simplify installation, improve operational efficiency, and incorporate advanced technologies such as autonomous fault diagnosis and islanding detection to ensure stable system operation.

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Jinko Energy has signed a cooperation agreement with Finland-based Northwind Energy Storage Oy to jointly develop a 25MW/50MWh energy storage project. The project aims to strengthen Finland’s grid-side infrastructure, enhance grid stability, and improve energy utilization efficiency.

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Yongfu Corporation signed an agreement for the development of a 262MW mountain-based solar project and an 80MW/80MWh battery storage system in the Morowali Industrial Park in Sulawesi, Indonesia. Once completed, the project will provide clean power to the park and support Indonesia’s progress toward its “Net-Zero 2060” target.

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Puerto Rico is developing one of the world’s most powerful virtual battery plants. Through the CBES+ program, storage systems from 81,000 households will be aggregated into the grid to reduce nighttime outage risks. The program is regarded as the first post-hurricane virtual power plant initiative in Latin America and the Caribbean. More than 185,000 residential batteries are already in operation across the island.

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In October, China added 7.7GWh of new grid-connected energy storage capacity. Shandong ranked first with 1.5GWh. A total of 48 newly connected projects reached a combined scale of 3.15GW/7.743GWh, representing a 13% month-on-month decline. Grid-side energy storage accounted for the majority, while user-side storage continued to grow.

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Following Mexico’s new private energy investment regulations issued in October, multiple states have submitted proposals for large solar and battery energy storage projects. The new rules require private contracts in the power sector to align with federal regulatory frameworks, enhancing investment certainty and transparency.

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The German government is preparing to revise the grid-connection procedures for large-scale battery energy storage systems with the goal of accelerating approval processes. The reform will undergo internal government consultation, receive approval from the Federal Cabinet, and then require confirmation by the Federal Council. Several states have already voiced support. According to the Ministry of Energy and Climate Action, the reform will be implemented soon.

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Boco Energy Systems (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. disclosed a utility model for a mounting structure and outdoor energy storage device. The structure includes a bracket and a fixing section capable of installing cooling fans and securing cable harnesses. The mounting area can hold an inverter module, while the first set of fixing holes secures the battery module, effectively improving production efficiency for outdoor storage systems.

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Sungrow Power Supply Co., Ltd. published a utility model for a reactor and inverter system. The reactor body features a transition terminal with two connection points—one matching the material of the busbar and the other matching the cable. This hybrid-material interface design solves electrochemical corrosion issues caused by connecting busbars and cables made from different materials.