The renewable energy market has experienced explosive growth, with global capacity skyrocketing from 12 GW in 2021 to over 48 GW in 2023. (Credit: malp/Adobe Stock)

As the world seeks to move away from fossil fuels and embrace renewable energy, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) offer a crucial solution to one of the biggest challenges facing clean energy: Intermittency.

The renewable energy market has experienced explosive growth, with global capacity skyrocketing from 12 gigawatts (GW) in 2021 to more than 48 GW in 2023. The ability to store energy from sources like wind and solar and deliver it when needed has made BESS an essential component of modern energy systems.

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