Do investors underestimate the value of energy storage?

While energy storage is already being deployed to support grids across major power markets, new McKinsey analysis suggests investors often underestimate the value of energy storage in their business cases.

What makes CATL a great EV & battery storage supplier?

As the global storage buildout continues, CATL’s sheer scale, relentless cost-down engineering, and system-level integration make it a default hardware supplier for a significant portion of the planet’s energy infrastructure. HQ: China; Vertically integrated EV and battery storage powerhouse.

Where are EV batteries made?

HQ: China; World’s largest battery manufacturer for EVs and storage. Chinese giant CATL already supplies a Who’s Who of EV and storage players (Tesla included), producing more lithium-ion cells than any other company on the planet. The company has ranked first in energy storage battery shipments for four consecutive years.

Is energy storage a critical asset?

Layer in heightened demand from broad electrification and data centers (especially AI workloads that run 24/7, which is expected to quadruple by 2030), and energy storage is now seen as a critical asset. Its investment thesis breaks down into two interconnected waves: The first is the buildout of grid-scale batteries.

Are lithium-ion batteries a king of short-duration energy storage?

Lithium-ion batteries are the undisputed kings of short-duration energy storage (SDES), typically about 0-10 hours. Their dominance is not an accident; it’s the direct result of the EV revolution. Demand from the auto industry created economies of scale, driving a 90% reduction in battery prices over the last decade.

Should energy storage be undervalued?

The revenue potential of energy storage is often undervalued. Investors could adjust their evaluation approach to get a true estimate—improving profitability and supporting sustainability goals.