Thursday, January 22, 2026
1:00 PM EST
Unlock the Future of Battery Storage in PJM
The Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) landscape in PJM is rapidly evolving, unlocking new value and revenue streams for developers and operators. Join us for an in-depth discussion on the economics of battery storage in 2026 and the policies driving this growth.
Key Highlights:
- Illinois’ Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability Act:
- 3 GW of battery storage by 2030
- $250/kWh incentive and performance payments through VPP programs
- New Jersey’s Garden State Energy Storage Program:
- Behind-the-meter BESS growth under the Clean Energy Act
- Proposed $150/kWh incentive for storage systems >500 kW
Attendees will learn how policy intersects with PJM market mechanics to create revenue opportunity for battery storage, as the grid operator’s evolving rules on capacity and frequency regulation expand participation and boost returns.
Who Should Attend?
- DER portfolio owners and operators
- Developers planning BESS projects in PJM
- End-user customers seeking to maximize battery storage ROI
Panelists:
- Mark Goudreault, Manager, Distributed Generation Origination, CPower
- Millie Knowlton, Senior Director, Product, CPower
- Alie Lepp, Policy Analyst, CPower
- Alex Waite, Director, Distributed Generation Partnerships, CPower
Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve and turn peaks into profit.


