Energy storage technology is one of the critical supporting technologies to achieve carbon neutrality target. However, the investment in energy storage technology in China faces policy and other uncertain fa. ••Propose a real options model for energy storage sequential investment d. Symbol DefinitionEi Investment benefit coefficient of the energy storage technolo. 1.1. MotivationIn recent years, the rapid growth of the electric load has led to an increasing peak-valley difference in the grid. Meanwhile, large-scale rene. 2.1. AssumptionsThis study assumes that, in the face of multiple uncertainties in policy, technological innovation, and the market, firms can choos. 3.1. DataThis section considers energy storage participation in peaking auxiliary services as an example to verify the model validity and to illustrate t.
Subsidy policies for energy storage technologies are adjusted according to changes in market competition, technological progress, and other factors; thus, energy storage subsidy policies are uncertain. In this section, the investment decision of energy storage technology with different investment strategies under an uncertain policy is studied.
What are China's energy storage incentive policies?
China's energy storage incentive policies are imperfect, and there are problems such as insufficient local policy implementation and lack of long-term mechanisms . Since the frequency and magnitude of future policy adjustments are not specified, it is impossible for energy storage technology investors to make appropriate investment decisions.
Does China's policy uncertainty affect energy storage technology investment?
Meanwhile, China's policy uncertainty in energy storage technology investment presents as a valuable case study for other countries. Furthermore, the findings of this study are particularly helpful for energy storage investors and policymakers, not only in China but also in other countries.
In 2022, China's cumulative installed NTESS capacity exceeded 13.1 GW, with lithium-ion batteries accounting for 94% (equivalent to 28.7% of total global capacity). China is positioning energy storage as a core technology for achieving peak CO2 emissions by 2030 and carbon neutrality by 2060.
What are the challenges facing energy storage technology investment in China?
Despite the Chinese government's introduction of a range of policies to motivate energy storage technology investment, the investment in this field in China still faces a multitude of challenges . The most critical challenge among them is the high level of policy uncertainty.
Does Beijing still provide subsidies for energy storage projects?
At the same time, Beijing's Chaoyang District continued to provide 20% initial investment subsidies for energy storage projects after energy storage was incorporated into the special funds for energy conservation and emission reduction in 2019.