Lithium battery solar container cost analysis report epc

This report summarizes key findings from EPRI reports Battery Energy Storage Installed Cost Estimation Tool (3002019154) and Battery Energy Storage Ongoing Cost Study & Estimating Tool (3002018500). In this work we describe the development of cost and performance projections for utility-scale lithium-ion battery systems, with a focus on 4-hour duration systems. The projections are developed from an analysis of recent publications that include utility-scale storage costs. Lithium ion battery energy storage system costs are rapidly decreasing as technology costs decline, the industry gains experience, and projects grow in scale. Direct costs correspond to equipment capital and installation, while indirect costs include EPC fee and project development, which include permitting, preliminary engineering design, andhe owner's engineer and financing cos ely representing the final.