Energy Storage News
1 September 2026
US utility-scale battery energy storage capacity almost doubled during first 18 months of Trump’s second term
Why It Matters for ITAD
Market movements like this can signal shifts in demand for ITAD services. New technologies may create opportunities or challenges for equipment processing.
The US energy storage industry broke deployment records in Q2 2026 in gigawatt-hour (GWh) terms, underpinned by growth in the utility-scale segment.
Key Takeaways
- • US utility-scale battery energy storage capacity almost doubled during first 18 months of Trump’s second term.