The Power of Energy Storage: Enhancing Reliability and Savings

On today’s episode of Desert Living, we explored the incredible potential of energy storage with Frank Macchiarola, Chief Policy Officer at the American Clean Power Association. Energy storage might not always make headlines, but it’s revolutionizing the way we use and store clean, reliable energy. When asked about its importance, Macchiarola explained: "Energy storage stores energy when it’s affordable and abundant and dispatches it during peak demand. It ensures a reliable and flexible grid while delivering cleaner energy to Americans." This technology has been pivotal during extreme weather events, such as California’s heat waves, preventing power outages and providing energy when it’s needed most. Macchiarola noted, "Energy storage has literally kept the lights on during spikes in demand while saving consumers money." The benefits extend beyond reliability. Energy storage reduces costs for families and businesses by optimizing when energy is used. As electricity demand continues to rise due to data centers and the electrification of the economy, advancements in energy storage are meeting the challenge. In just the second quarter of this year, the U.S. saw a 13% increase in energy storage capacity—an encouraging sign of progress. Learn more about this game-changing technology at energystorage.org. Watch today’s Desert Living segment again at NBCPalmSprings.com under the Programs Tab, then select, "Desert Living"