What is the Cost of BESS per MW? Trends and 2025 Forecast
As of most recent estimates, the cost of a BESS by MW is between $200,000 and $450,000, varying by location, system size, and market conditions.
Tailored to the specific requirement of setting up a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) plant in Texas, United States, the model highlights key cost drivers and forecasts profitability, considering market trends, inflation, and potential fluctuations in raw material prices.
As of most recent estimates, the cost of a BESS by MW is between $200,000 and $450,000, varying by location, system size, and market conditions. This translates to around $200 - $450 per kWh, though in some markets, prices have dropped as low as $150 per kWh. Key Factors Influencing BESS Prices
The global weighted-average BESS price dropped to US$115/kWh, with bids as low as US$61–82/kWh for some tenders in China. In June 2024, China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology finalised revised guidelines for the country's BESS industry in response to overcapacity.
China's solar PV and BESS installations shattered all forecasts in 2024. In 2024, China accounted for half of all new solar PV installations and 70% of global BESS deployments. Ongoing policy support, infrastructure investment, and cost reductions propelled installations to record levels.
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