Crrc canada energy storage

Will energy storage be a cornerstone of Canada's energy transition?

Afordable, dynamic and versatile, energy storage will be a cornerstone of Canada’s energy transition. This whitepaper, “Laying the Foundation: Six priorities for supporting the decarbonization of Canada’s electricity grid with energy storage, ” outlines CanREA’s perspective on what is required to advance energy storage in Canada.

Should energy storage be a key component of Canada's energy future?

Long-duration storage should be a key component of Canada’s energy future Additionally, while it is important we act and act quickly to deploy energy storage to meet the evolving needs of Canada’s energy system, we also need to act with an eye toward the long-term beyond 2035.

Where is energy storage installed in Canada?

At the time of this being written, there is currently energy storage installed in four provinces in Canada: Ontario, Alberta, Saskatchewan & PEI. There are several additional projects slotted for development in these provinces in the coming years, as well as in New Brunswick & Nova Scotia. Can energy storage technology work with all fuel sources?

Does Canada need more energy storage for net zero?

Image: NRStor. Canada still needs much more storage for net zero to succeed Energy Storage Canada’s 2022 report, Energy Storage: A Key Net Zero Pathway in Canada indicates Canada will need a minimum of 8 to 12GW of energy storage to ensure Canada achieves its 2035 goals.

How can Canada improve grid reliability?

Canada needs to move toward a more modern paradigm for grid reliability, incorporating energy storage. This will allow us to make optimal use of grid infrastructure and reduce costs to consumers as we successfully incorporate more wind and solar generation into the grid, as a core part of the energy transition.

Does Canada have pumped hydro storage?

And Canada has long history with LDES, notably Ontario Power Generation’s (OPG) pumped hydro storage project in Niagara Falls, and about 90% of the installed energy storage capacity around the world to date is pumped hydro storage. There are several long duration technologies that are proven and operational now.