The Australian government is reportedly exploring additional modifications to its Cheaper Home Batteries Program, including the possibility of an early wind-up, as the government seeks budget savings ahead of the May federal budget.

Carrie Xiao examines some notable recent partnerships and supply agreements for Chinese energy storage players in the Middle East, Europe, Africa and Australia.

Ed Gunn, VP of revenue at home battery storage and virtual power plant (VPP) specialist Lunar Energy, on the market’s recent past and future potential.

The Australian government has expanded the nationwide Cheaper Home Batteries Program, which has seen rapid uptake from homeowners.

Distributed energy resources (DERs) are emerging as potential solutions for consumers seeking independence and relief from rising energy costs.

According to the Q4 2025 US Energy Storage Monitor from Wood Mackenzie Power & Renewables and the American Clean Power Association (ACP), 2025 energy storage installations surpassed 2024 capacity.

US residential solar and energy storage installer Sunrun has posted revenue of US$724.6 million in the third quarter of this year, as the company implements its “storage-first strategy”.

Residential energy storage startup Base Power has raised US$1 billion in Series C financing from venture capital fund Addition.

The capacity of virtual power plants in North America has reached 37.5GW, a 13.7% year-on-year growth, according to Wood Mackenzie.

Hithium has partnered with The Imperial Electric Company to deliver 1GWh of energy storage across Pakistan’s residential and C&I sectors.