Environmental and Social Sustainability Pathways in the Development of Energy Storage Technologies: Global Scenario Analysis
Abstract
This article foregrounds the environmental and social dimensions of energy storage development, analyzing how market dynamics, investment strategies, and policy instruments shape the deployment and sustainability of these technologies. While technological innovation and environmental concerns remain vital, the economic viability of energy storage solutions in various global contexts is increasingly central. The article presents three development scenarios – high-speed technological advancement, balanced growth focused on sustainability and inclusivity, and slow development influenced by environmental and social caution – each evaluated through an economic lens. The scenarios illuminate pathways not only for climate resilience and equity, but also for stimulating green economies, securing investments, and enhancing long-term energy market stability.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Global Energy and Sustainability Research
Sustainability and Climate Change Governance
Microgrid Control and Optimization
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Problemy Ekorozwoju
- Publisher
- Politechnika Lubelska
- Volume
- 21
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 30–41
- Publication date
- 10 January 2026
- Language
- EN