14th IBESA U.S. Energy Storage Day | Workshop 101

Date: November 16, 2026
Venue: Las Vegas Convention Center

08:00 AM – 12:00 PM

101: Energy Storage – How to Build a Profitable Energy Business in the U.S. Today

The U.S. energy market is undergoing a fundamental transition. Incentives are tightening, timelines are under pressure, and projects face new hurdles – from interconnection delays to supply chain constraints. In this environment, energy storage is no longer just an add-on; it is becoming a core driver of project viability and long-term value. This workshop offers a practical, straightforward look at how energy storage projects succeed – where revenue comes from, where risks emerge, and how to move from concept to a project that performs financially over time. It will cover the full spectrum of applications, from residential systems to commercial and industrial (C&I) projects and utility-scale deployments.

This session is designed for stakeholders across the value chain, including utilities, developers, EPCs, installers, investors, and corporate energy buyers. It connects recent policy changes with on-the-ground realities, focusing on what it takes to get projects built, financed, and operating successfully. Attendees will gain a clear understanding of how to approach energy storage not just as a technology, but as a business, with insights that remain relevant as the U.S. energy market continues to evolve.

Attendees will learn:

• Where energy storage actually creates value across residential, C&I, and utility-scale projects
• How to navigate Today’s U.S. market realities, including policy shifts, interconnection, and supply chain constraints
• What makes a project financially viable—from development and financing to long-term operation
• Where projects commonly fail (and how to avoid costly mistakes)
• How different stakeholders—utilities, EPCs, developers, and investors—fit together in successful projects
• What it takes to turn energy storage from a technical solution into a profitable business