Energy storage peak body launched

The Australian Solar Council, in association with industry partners, has launched the Australian Energy Storage Council (AESC).

In its early stages, the AESC is resourced by the Solar Council, and John Grimes acts as CEO for both organisations.

“It is important that energy utilities engage with the energy storage sector sooner rather than later. Too often the energy sector ignores emerging technology trends and is blindsided when they are deployed widely,” said Grimes.

“That’s why one of the first things the Energy Storage Council will do is to focus on developing standards and protocols for embedding energy storage into the energy network.”

The Australian Energy Storage Council is a national member-based not-for-profit organisation and is governed by a volunteer board. The council will be funded by membership, industry events and training activities.

“The time is right for this organisation to be developed in its own right and it will be guided by its membership and the needs of the energy storage sector beyond solar applications.” The council aims to connect local and global industry partners in this growing industry.

The applications for energy storage run across electric vehicles, domestic energy storage linked solar PV in particular, and large-scale on-grid solutions for the utility sector. The Australian Energy Storage Council represents companies including technology manufacturers, equipment providers, project developers, consultants, utilities and other energy industry leaders.

More information on the Australian Energy Storage Council can be found on its website at www.energystorage.org.au.