The UK energy storage market size reached 9.4 GW in 2023. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach 59.26 GW by 2032, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 20.60% during 2024-2032. The market is rapidly expanding, driven by growing renewable energy integration, reducing battery costs, rising government incentives, growing energy security concerns, increasing electric vehicle adoption, and corporate sustainability initiatives, reducing carbon emissions, and managing rising electricity demand.
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Key Statistics
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Base Year
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2023
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Forecast Years
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2024-2032
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Historical Years
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2018-2023
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Market Size in 2023 | 9.4 GW |
Market Forecast in 2032 | 59.26 GW |
Market Growth Rate 2024-2032 | 20.60% |
Rising energy security concerns
The UK's reliance on imported energy has heightened concerns about energy security, particularly in times of global uncertainty. The gradual phase-out of coal-fired power stations and the fluctuating availability of natural gas due to geopolitical tensions have added pressure on the national grid. Energy storage systems offer a solution by providing backup power during periods of high demand or supply disruptions. These systems store electricity during times of low demand and discharge it when the grid is under strain, ensuring a stable and secure energy supply. Furthermore, energy storage systems can provide rapid-response energy, meaning they can discharge stored electricity within seconds to stabilize the grid during sudden outages or fluctuations in energy supply.
Corporate sustainability initiatives
Many corporations in the UK are setting ambitious sustainability goals, aiming to reduce their carbon footprint and improve energy efficiency. Energy storage solutions are becoming an integral part of these corporate strategies, as they enable companies to manage their energy consumption more effectively. By integrating storage systems with renewable energy sources, businesses can store excess energy generated during off-peak hours and use it when electricity prices are higher, reducing their reliance on the grid and lowering operational costs. As businesses become more focused on sustainability and energy efficiency, the demand for energy storage systems is expected to grow. Corporations across various industries are increasingly adopting energy storage as part of their broader environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategies, making this a significant driver for the market.
Growing renewable energy integration
Renewable energy sources such as wind and solar power are among the major problems that the UK is addressing with substantial investment. Energy storage solutions provide the means to store extra energy, and then discharge it into the grid when required thus making renewable energy more feasible. As the UK continues to expand its renewable energy generation, particularly in offshore wind, the demand for effective energy storage is becoming increasingly critical. These systems are not only essential for balancing the intermittent nature of renewable sources but also for supporting the grid during peak demand periods. Moreover, as consumer awareness of renewable energy grows, there is a rising demand for energy storage solutions that can integrate seamlessly with home and business energy systems, driving further innovation in the sector.
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the country level for 2024-2032. Our report has categorized the market based on type and application.
Type Insights:
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the type. This includes batteries, pumped-storage hydroelectricity (PSH), and others.
Application Insights:
A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the application have also been provided in the report. This includes residential and commercial and industrial (C&I).
Regional Insights:
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include London, South East, North West, East of England, South West, Scotland, West Midlands, Yorkshire and The Humber, East Midlands, and Others.
The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.
Report Features | Details |
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Base Year of the Analysis | 2023 |
Historical Period | 2018-2023 |
Forecast Period | 2024-2032 |
Units | GW |
Scope of the Report | Exploration of Historical Trends and Market Outlook, Industry Catalysts and Challenges, Segment-Wise Historical and Future Market Assessment:
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Types Covered | Batteries, Pumped-storage Hydroelectricity (PSH), Others |
Applications Covered | Residential, Commercial and Industrial (C&I) |
Regions Covered | London, South East, North West, East of England, South West, Scotland, West Midlands, Yorkshire and The Humber, East Midlands, Others |
Customization Scope | 10% Free Customization |
Post-Sale Analyst Support | 10-12 Weeks |
Delivery Format | PDF and Excel through Email (We can also provide the editable version of the report in PPT/Word format on special request) |