Towards a Global Energy Storage Alliance

Energy storage is critical infrastructure for reliable, resilient and affordable energy systems, and increasingly a matter of energy security and industrial strategy. Regions are pursuing different approaches to its deployment, supply chains and industrial base, in line with their own policy priorities. Within this context, and with full respect for each region’s industrial, trade and security policies, dialogue between energy storage associations on selected issues of common interest may be of value.

The China Energy Storage Alliance (CNESA) has proposed the establishment of a Global Energy Storage Alliance (GESA). Energy storage associations from several regions, including Energy Storage Canada, Energy Storage Europe, Hungarian Battery Association, International Hydropower Association and the Long Duration Energy Storage Council, are open to exploring whether, and under what conditions, such an Alliance could add value.

This exploration will be open, transparent and inclusive. The Alliance’s scope, governance, funding and membership have not yet been defined. They shall be developed together with interested organisations from all regions of the world, on an equal footing and with balanced regional representation.

Energy storage associations and relevant organisations worldwide are invited to take part in shaping this initiative.

This statement is a non-binding expression of intent. It does not establish an Alliance, create membership rights or obligations, or imply endorsement of any future structure. Any future arrangements will require the separate agreement of each organisation concerned.