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Is Saudi Arabia a leader in energy storage?

To date, Saudi Arabia has achieved significant milestones in the energy storage sector. With the official launch and operation of the Bisha Energy Storage Project, Saudi Arabia has successfully entered the ranks of the top ten global energy storage markets.

Will Saudi Arabia have energy storage projects in 2025?

According to Saudi Arabia's plans, the installed capacity of energy storage will show a rapid growth trend. In the short term, Saudi Arabia plans to have 8GWh of energy storage projects in operation by 2025, and this figure will increase to 22GWh by 2026.

Why is Riyadh undergoing rapid urbanization?

Riyadh, the Kingdom’s capital, is undergoing rapid urbanization, with projects like the Riyadh Metro and King Abdullah Financial District driving energy demand. In January 2025, Saudi Arabia connected its largest BESS, a 2 GWh system, to the grid, significantly enhancing Riyadh’s energy infrastructure.

Does Saudi Arabia use lithium-ion batteries?

Saudi Arabia’s BESS deployments primarily use lithium-ion batteries, which account for 80% of the Kingdom’s 300 MWh installed capacity in 2023. These systems are designed to: Store Energy: Capture excess renewable energy during peak production. Discharge on Demand: Release stored energy during high demand or low renewable generation.