Massachusetts has become a new titan among the states that are making huge investments in the future of renewable energy.
The state has a 5,000-megawatt storage goal set to be achieved by 2030 and is taking steps to reach this by passing a mandate that will help streamline energy storage.
Storage is a key asset in making renewable energy as sustainable and affordable as possible. As clean energy relies on natural power sources, such as solar or wind, these elements can be inconsistent, at times producing more energy than is needed. By implementing renewable energy storage, these resources can be prevented from going to waste. Research in 2024 even showed that natural materials like rocks can be useful in clean energy storage.
According to an article by CarbonCredits.com, the mandate “requires investor-owned utilities to secure 5,000 megawatts (MW) of storage by 2030. This includes 3,500 MW of mid-duration, 750 MW…
