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October 7, 2026

The Electron Time Machine: Inside Japan’s Battery Buildout

Global demand for battery storage continues to accelerate as grid stability becomes an increasingly critical priority for governments, and new incentive programs open up around the world. Policy frameworks are creating regulated, long-duration revenue streams for storage, effectively turning Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) into core power grid infrastructure rather than a merchant power investment.

With global investments projected to surpass $100 billion, battery storage serves as a vital buffer between power generation and peak demand, unlocking sustainability, reliable grid operations, and cost reductions. In this webcast, Ryan Chua (Senior Managing Director), Andrew Gillick (Director of Research), and Jay Guo (CEO, Kingdom BESS) discuss the battery storage landscape, key themes influencing investment opportunities, and the growing momentum in the Asia Pacific region.