Hey tech enthusiasts and eco-warriors! Ever wondered how AI is shaking up the energy game? China's energy storage system is speeding ahead in 2025, supercharging the nation's drive to hit its carbon peak and carbon neutrality goals. 🚀
Renewable energy is booming! With a staggering 3.61 billion kilowatts of installed power—an 18.8% year-on-year jump by the end of May—renewables are more than just a trend. From January to May, nearly 200 million kW of new photovoltaic capacity was added, pushing total PV capacity past 1 billion kW. That’s like harnessing the energy of 48 massive Three Gorges Dams!
Of course, renewables can be unpredictable because of natural variability. That's where smart energy storage steps in. Technologies like pumped hydro, battery, thermal, and mechanical storage are being fine-tuned with AI to ensure the grid stays stable—even when the sun isn’t shining or the wind isn’t blowing. 🌞🌙
As Liu Yafang, former deputy director-general of the National Energy Administration, put it, "The significance of energy storage for transforming the power system is revolutionary."
From buzzing tech hubs in South Asia to vibrant cities across Southeast Asia, these innovations promise a cleaner, smarter future. Buckle up and stay tuned—the energy revolution is just getting started!
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How AI-driven energy storage powers China's 'double carbon' ambition
cgtn.com
