This report by the Rocky Mountain Institute frp, October 2019 describes how the exploding investment in battery technologies is revolutionizing the sector much faster than anticipated, increasing the demand for EVs, grid-tied storage, and other emerging applications. The report examines implications for natural gas and internal combustion engine vehicle markets are examined and weighs the merits of various battery technologies. This paper is relevant for anyone interested in energy storage technologies and their market impact.
Key words: energy management, market sizing, research & development, smart grid, utilities