New Energy Storage in Taiwan: Policy, Design & Outlook

This document, presented by Shanghai Electric Power Design Institute Co., Ltd. in March 2026, provides a comprehensive overview of new energy storage development in the Taiwan region. It begins with the policy background, emphasizing China's goals to peak carbon emissions by 2030 and achieve carbon neutrality by 2060, and the construction of a new power system. Key policies from 2024-2026 are highlighted, including guidelines for distribution network development, support for new business entities like energy storage, and a special action plan for large-scale new energy storage construction. The document then explores energy storage application scenarios in Taiwan, followed by detailed engineering design considerations for Taiwan's energy storage projects. It covers the explosive growth of distributed and household photovoltaics, which drives the need for energy storage to manage grid stability and integration. The summary concludes with an outlook on the future of energy storage in Taiwan, emphasizing its role in supporting renewable energy consumption, enhancing grid flexibility, and fostering market-oriented development through innovative business models.