
Compressed Air Energy Storage
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Global Compressed Air Energy Storage Market to Reach US$19.8 Billion by 2030
The global market for Compressed Air Energy Storage estimated at US$6.5 Billion in the year 2024, is expected to reach US$19.8 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 20.5% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Renewable Energy Integration, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 20.7% CAGR and reach US$8.8 Billion by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the Grid Optimization segment is estimated at 17.4% CAGR over the analysis period.
The U.S. Market is Estimated at US$2.4 Billion While China is Forecast to Grow at 19.3% CAGR
The Compressed Air Energy Storage market in the U.S. is estimated at US$2.4 Billion in the year 2024. China, the world`s second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$1.4 Billion by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 19.3% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at a CAGR of 15.8% and 21.1% respectively over the analysis period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 20.0% CAGR.
Global Compressed Air Energy Storage Market - Key Trends & Drivers Summarized
Compressed Air Energy Storage (CAES) is an innovative technology that addresses the challenges of energy storage and grid stability, particularly in the context of renewable energy integration; grid optimization; and T&D deferrals. CAES systems store energy by compressing air and storing it in underground caverns or large above-ground tanks. When electricity demand is high, the compressed air is released and heated, driving a turbine to generate electricity. This technology is especially valuable for balancing the intermittent nature of renewable energy sources like wind and solar, providing a reliable and flexible means of storing excess energy generated during periods of low demand and releasing it during peak consumption times.
The market for CAES is growing due to the increasing emphasis on renewable energy and the need for efficient energy storage solutions. As the share of renewable energy in the global energy mix continues to rise, the variability of these sources poses significant challenges for grid stability and reliability. CAES offers a scalable and long-duration storage option that can complement other storage technologies like batteries. Recent advancements in thermodynamic cycles and materials science are enhancing the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of CAES systems. Additionally, regulatory support and government incentives for clean energy projects are driving investments in CAES infrastructure.
The growth in the Compressed Air Energy Storage market is driven by several factors. Firstly, the rising adoption of renewable energy sources is increasing the demand for effective energy storage solutions to ensure grid stability. Secondly, advancements in CAES technology, including improvements in thermodynamic efficiency and storage capacity, are making these systems more viable and attractive. Thirdly, the growing need for long-duration energy storage to manage peak loads and integrate renewable energy is boosting the market for CAES. Lastly, supportive government policies and incentives for clean energy projects are encouraging the development and deployment of CAES systems. These factors collectively contribute to the expanding market for compressed air energy storage.
SCOPE OF STUDY:The report analyzes the Compressed Air Energy Storage market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:
Segments:
End-Use (Renewable Energy Integration, Grid Optimization, T&D Deferral)
Geographic Regions/Countries:
World; USA; Canada; Japan; China; Europe; France; Germany; Italy; UK; Rest of Europe; Asia-Pacific; Rest of World.
Select Competitors (Total 27 Featured) -
- Siemens Energy AG
- Pacific Gas & Electric Company
- Hydrexia
- Hydrostor, Inc.
- Korea Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO)
- NRStor, Inc.
- MAN Energy Solutions SE
- Enel Green Power SpA
- Gravitricity
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Table of Contents
- I. METHODOLOGY
- II. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
- 1. MARKET OVERVIEW
- Tariff Impact on Global Supply Chain Patterns
- Competitive Scenario
- Compressed Air Energy Storage – Global Key Competitors Percentage Market Share in 2025 (E)
- Competitive Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial for Players Worldwide in 2025 (E)
- Global Compressed Air Energy Storage Market to Enjoy Strong Windfalls Ahead
- Rising Energy Demand Sets Compressed Air Energy Storage Market on Boiling Point: Outlook
- World Compressed Air Energy Storage Market by End-Use (2024 & 2030): Percentage Breakdown of Sales for Renewable Energy Integration, Grid Optimization, and T&D Deferral
- Drivers Keeping Global Compressed Air Energy Storage Market in Hot Seat
- Renewables Going Strong, CAES to Record Strong Growth
- Compressed Air Energy Storage on Cloud Nine with Flurry of Ambitious Projects
- Diabatic Technology Enjoys Monopoly in Global Compressed Air Energy Storage Market
- Regional Analysis: North America Emerges as Major Hub for Compressed Air Energy Storage Projects
- World Compressed Air Energy Storage Market by Region (2024 & 2030): Percentage Breakdown of Revenues for Developed and Developing Regions
- World Compressed Air Energy Storage Market - Geographic Regions Ranked by CAGR (Revenues) for 2023-2030: USA, Canada, China, Asia-Pacific, Rest of World, Europe, and Japan
- Hydrostor Facilities to Provide Big Boost to Compressed Air Energy Storage
- India: Development of Energy Storage Critical for Attaining Renewables-Related Goals
- Israel: Augwind’s AirBattery Compressed Air Energy Storage Solution
- China: Salt Cavern CAES, the First in the Country, Becomes Operational
- Australia: A-CAES System of Hydrostor Selected for Energy Supply Backup in Rural New South Wales
- Compressed Air Energy Storage (CAES): Bundling Energy for Use at Peak Hours
- Total Electrical Energy Stored Over Lifetime of Storage Technology
- CAES Technologies
- Pushing Efficiency & Maintaining High Pressure
- Recent Market Activity
- 2. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS
- 3. MARKET TRENDS & DRIVERS
- Compressed Air Energy Storage Gains Attention
- CAES Helps Clean Energy Sector Gather Full Steam Ahead
- Intriguing Advantages Widen the Business Case for CASE
- Compressed Air Energy Storage Technology: Galvanizing Socio-Economic Gains
- Compressed Air Energy Storage Emerges as Ideal Companion of Renewable Energy
- Renewable Energy Sector on Growth Trajectory
- A Note on Renewable Energy Programs in Select Countries
- Targets for Electricity Production from Renewable Energy Sources Worldwide by Country
- Global Levelized Cost (US$ Per MWh) of Energy Storage Technologies in Utilities by Type: 2015 and 2030
- Intermittent Nature of Renewable Energy Favors CAES Adoption
- Electricity Demand Patterns Encourage Market Expansion
- Global Energy Demand & Growth (In Million Tonnes of Oil Equivalent (Mtoe)) for the Years 1990, 2000, 2010, 2020, 2030 and 2040
- Demographic Trends and Urbanization Drive Electricity Demand
- World Population (in Thousands) by Geographic Region for the Years 2019, 2030, 2050, 2100
- Degree of Urbanization Worldwide: Urban Population as a % of Total Population by Geographic Region for the Years 1950, 1970, 1990, 2018, 2030 and 2050
- Growing Importance of Grid Connected Energy Storage Augurs Well
- Global Energy Production by Energy Source (2017, 2020, 2030 and 2040): Breakdown of Electricity (Billion Kilowatt Hours) and Percentage Share for Petroleum, Nuclear, Natural Gas, Coal and Renewables
- Grid Modernization Programs Emphasize Grid Connected Energy Storage
- Grid Reliability Assurances from CAES Promote Uptake
- Compressed Air Energy Storage Walks in the Air & Offers Viable Option for Grid-Scale Storage
- CAES to Help Utilities Realize Zero-Carbon Grid Targets
- EnPowered Payments, A Unique On-bill Payments Platform Helping Customers Easily Secure CAES Systems
- What Makes CAES a Strong Energy Storage Contender?
- Smart Grids Elevate the Prospects
- Strong Smart City Investments to Fuel Large-Scale Adoption
- Number of Smart Cities Worldwide by Geographic Region (2025F)
- Factors Impeding Implementation of CAES
- Efforts to Make Compressed Air Storage an Appealing Option
- 4. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
- TABLE 1: World Compressed Air Energy Storage Market Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2017 through 2030
- TABLE 2: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Compressed Air Energy Storage by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 3: World Historic Review for Compressed Air Energy Storage by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2017 through 2023 and % CAGR
- TABLE 4: World 13-Year Perspective for Compressed Air Energy Storage by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets for Years 2017, 2025 & 2030
- TABLE 5: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Renewable Energy Integration by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 6: World Historic Review for Renewable Energy Integration by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2017 through 2023 and % CAGR
- TABLE 7: World 13-Year Perspective for Renewable Energy Integration by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2017, 2025 & 2030
- TABLE 8: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Grid Optimization by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 9: World Historic Review for Grid Optimization by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2017 through 2023 and % CAGR
- TABLE 10: World 13-Year Perspective for Grid Optimization by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2017, 2025 & 2030
- TABLE 11: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for T&D Deferral by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 12: World Historic Review for T&D Deferral by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2017 through 2023 and % CAGR
- TABLE 13: World 13-Year Perspective for T&D Deferral by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2017, 2025 & 2030
- III. MARKET ANALYSIS
- UNITED STATES
- Compressed Air Energy Storage Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United States for 2025 (E)
- Small-Scale Renewable Energy Projects: A Threat to Grid-Scale Energy Storage?
- TABLE 14: USA Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Compressed Air Energy Storage by End-Use - Renewable Energy Integration, Grid Optimization and T&D Deferral - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 15: USA Historic Review for Compressed Air Energy Storage by End-Use - Renewable Energy Integration, Grid Optimization and T&D Deferral Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2017 through 2023 and % CAGR
- TABLE 16: USA 13-Year Perspective for Compressed Air Energy Storage by End-Use - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Renewable Energy Integration, Grid Optimization and T&D Deferral for the Years 2017, 2025 & 2030
- CANADA
- TABLE 17: Canada Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Compressed Air Energy Storage by End-Use - Renewable Energy Integration, Grid Optimization and T&D Deferral - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 18: Canada Historic Review for Compressed Air Energy Storage by End-Use - Renewable Energy Integration, Grid Optimization and T&D Deferral Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2017 through 2023 and % CAGR
- TABLE 19: Canada 13-Year Perspective for Compressed Air Energy Storage by End-Use - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Renewable Energy Integration, Grid Optimization and T&D Deferral for the Years 2017, 2025 & 2030
- JAPAN
- TABLE 20: Japan Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Compressed Air Energy Storage by End-Use - Renewable Energy Integration, Grid Optimization and T&D Deferral - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 21: Japan Historic Review for Compressed Air Energy Storage by End-Use - Renewable Energy Integration, Grid Optimization and T&D Deferral Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2017 through 2023 and % CAGR
- TABLE 22: Japan 13-Year Perspective for Compressed Air Energy Storage by End-Use - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Renewable Energy Integration, Grid Optimization and T&D Deferral for the Years 2017, 2025 & 2030
- CHINA
- China to Experience Notable Adoption of Energy Storage Systems in Long Term
- TABLE 23: China Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Compressed Air Energy Storage by End-Use - Renewable Energy Integration, Grid Optimization and T&D Deferral - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 24: China Historic Review for Compressed Air Energy Storage by End-Use - Renewable Energy Integration, Grid Optimization and T&D Deferral Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2017 through 2023 and % CAGR
- TABLE 25: China 13-Year Perspective for Compressed Air Energy Storage by End-Use - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Renewable Energy Integration, Grid Optimization and T&D Deferral for the Years 2017, 2025 & 2030
- EUROPE
- Compressed Air Energy Storage Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Europe for 2025 (E)
- Advanced Energy Storage Gains Momentum in Western Europe
- TABLE 26: Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Compressed Air Energy Storage by Geographic Region - France, Germany, Italy, UK and Rest of Europe Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 27: Europe Historic Review for Compressed Air Energy Storage by Geographic Region - France, Germany, Italy, UK and Rest of Europe Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2017 through 2023 and % CAGR
- TABLE 28: Europe 13-Year Perspective for Compressed Air Energy Storage by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for France, Germany, Italy, UK and Rest of Europe Markets for Years 2017, 2025 & 2030
- TABLE 29: Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Compressed Air Energy Storage by End-Use - Renewable Energy Integration, Grid Optimization and T&D Deferral - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 30: Europe Historic Review for Compressed Air Energy Storage by End-Use - Renewable Energy Integration, Grid Optimization and T&D Deferral Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2017 through 2023 and % CAGR
- TABLE 31: Europe 13-Year Perspective for Compressed Air Energy Storage by End-Use - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Renewable Energy Integration, Grid Optimization and T&D Deferral for the Years 2017, 2025 & 2030
- FRANCE
- TABLE 32: France Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Compressed Air Energy Storage by End-Use - Renewable Energy Integration, Grid Optimization and T&D Deferral - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 33: France Historic Review for Compressed Air Energy Storage by End-Use - Renewable Energy Integration, Grid Optimization and T&D Deferral Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2017 through 2023 and % CAGR
- TABLE 34: France 13-Year Perspective for Compressed Air Energy Storage by End-Use - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Renewable Energy Integration, Grid Optimization and T&D Deferral for the Years 2017, 2025 & 2030
- GERMANY
- TABLE 35: Germany Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Compressed Air Energy Storage by End-Use - Renewable Energy Integration, Grid Optimization and T&D Deferral - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 36: Germany Historic Review for Compressed Air Energy Storage by End-Use - Renewable Energy Integration, Grid Optimization and T&D Deferral Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2017 through 2023 and % CAGR
- TABLE 37: Germany 13-Year Perspective for Compressed Air Energy Storage by End-Use - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Renewable Energy Integration, Grid Optimization and T&D Deferral for the Years 2017, 2025 & 2030
- ITALY
- TABLE 38: Italy Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Compressed Air Energy Storage by End-Use - Renewable Energy Integration, Grid Optimization and T&D Deferral - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 39: Italy Historic Review for Compressed Air Energy Storage by End-Use - Renewable Energy Integration, Grid Optimization and T&D Deferral Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2017 through 2023 and % CAGR
- TABLE 40: Italy 13-Year Perspective for Compressed Air Energy Storage by End-Use - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Renewable Energy Integration, Grid Optimization and T&D Deferral for the Years 2017, 2025 & 2030
- UNITED KINGDOM
- TABLE 41: UK Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Compressed Air Energy Storage by End-Use - Renewable Energy Integration, Grid Optimization and T&D Deferral - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 42: UK Historic Review for Compressed Air Energy Storage by End-Use - Renewable Energy Integration, Grid Optimization and T&D Deferral Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2017 through 2023 and % CAGR
- TABLE 43: UK 13-Year Perspective for Compressed Air Energy Storage by End-Use - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Renewable Energy Integration, Grid Optimization and T&D Deferral for the Years 2017, 2025 & 2030
- REST OF EUROPE
- TABLE 44: Rest of Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Compressed Air Energy Storage by End-Use - Renewable Energy Integration, Grid Optimization and T&D Deferral - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 45: Rest of Europe Historic Review for Compressed Air Energy Storage by End-Use - Renewable Energy Integration, Grid Optimization and T&D Deferral Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2017 through 2023 and % CAGR
- TABLE 46: Rest of Europe 13-Year Perspective for Compressed Air Energy Storage by End-Use - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Renewable Energy Integration, Grid Optimization and T&D Deferral for the Years 2017, 2025 & 2030
- ASIA-PACIFIC
- Compressed Air Energy Storage Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Asia-Pacific for 2025 (E)
- Asia: A Potential Laden Market
- TABLE 47: Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Compressed Air Energy Storage by End-Use - Renewable Energy Integration, Grid Optimization and T&D Deferral - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 48: Asia-Pacific Historic Review for Compressed Air Energy Storage by End-Use - Renewable Energy Integration, Grid Optimization and T&D Deferral Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2017 through 2023 and % CAGR
- TABLE 49: Asia-Pacific 13-Year Perspective for Compressed Air Energy Storage by End-Use - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Renewable Energy Integration, Grid Optimization and T&D Deferral for the Years 2017, 2025 & 2030
- REST OF WORLD
- Compressed Air Energy Storage Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Rest of World for 2022 (E)
- TABLE 50: Rest of World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Compressed Air Energy Storage by End-Use - Renewable Energy Integration, Grid Optimization and T&D Deferral - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 51: Rest of World Historic Review for Compressed Air Energy Storage by End-Use - Renewable Energy Integration, Grid Optimization and T&D Deferral Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2017 through 2023 and % CAGR
- TABLE 52: Rest of World 13-Year Perspective for Compressed Air Energy Storage by End-Use - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Renewable Energy Integration, Grid Optimization and T&D Deferral for the Years 2017, 2025 & 2030
- IV. COMPETITION
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