Energy Storage Benefit-Cost Analysis: A Framework for State Energy Programs December 13, 2022 by Applied Economics Clinic This report is intended as a guide for state energy agencies preparing to conduct cost-effectiveness evaluation for battery storage. It presents a benefit-cost analysis framework for battery storage and attempts to address many of the uncertainties state energy agencies may encounter. |
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Energy Storage for Winter Grid Reliability: How Batteries Became the Low-Cost Solution for Power Assurance in Massachusetts December 2, 2021 by Applied Economics Clinic Winter electric peaking capacity services are currently undervalued in the Massachusetts programs that provide battery customers with performance payments to supply power back to the grid at times of high demand. |
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ConnectedSolutions: An Assessment for Massachusetts September 29, 2021 by Applied Economics Clinic This report assesses the design and performance of the Massachusetts ConnectedSolutions program, as it has been administered in the first three-year program cycle, and compares it with related programs in other states across the country. |
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Massachusetts Battery Storage Measures: Benefits and Costs July 31, 2018 by Applied Economics Clinic This white paper, commissioned by Clean Energy Group, demonstrates that battery storage can be deployed as a cost effective energy efficiency technology, potentially qualifying for incentives through energy efficiency programs in many states. |