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Is battery energy storage the best way to meet Ontario's growing electricity demand?

Battery energy storage is the most affordable, lowest-emission path to meeting Ontario’s growing electricity demand and delivering a reliable power supply in rural Ottawa, and it can get the job done with a laser focus on safety, concludes a new analysis by Dunsky Energy + Climate released Thursday.

Are solar and battery storage a distributed energy resource?

Solar and battery storage are considered a Distributed Energy Resource, or DER. This refers to small-scale power generation and storage systems that are ‘distributed’, meaning they are spread out closer to where the energy is needed, rather than relying on one large power source.

Why is energy resilience important for Ottawa?

Energy resilience must be top of mind for Ottawa, the study added, with grid-damaging wind and ice storms “expected to increase in the region,” 40% of grid infrastructure due to be replaced within the decade, and the local population expected to grow by at least 40% by 2050.

What is battery energy storage?

Battery energy storage can provide a reliable energy source for electric vehicles (EVs) while also supporting your home or business during peak demand. These systems let you charge EVs during low-demand periods and store energy for later use, so you can lower energy costs and match demand.