This research report provides a detailed insight into the overall developments in the energy storage materials' domain. The report starts off with an overview of the energy storage applications followed by a detailed description of the industry drivers and challenges substantiated with the governmental support in this realm. A strategic evaluation of the possible initiatives has been provided along with a comprehensive evaluation of the overall patents and their impact on specific applications in energy storage. Strategic recommendations based on innovations, commercialization, new product development and Intellectual Property (IP) protection completes the study.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Executive Summary 
       
      Research Scope and Methodology
          - Research Scope
          - Research Methodology
   
      
      Research Overview
          - Research Snapshot
          - Summary of Findings

 2. Assessment of Global Developments
       
      Global Developments
          - Thermal Storage
          - Chemical Storage
          - Electrochemical Storage
          - Others
   
      
      Industry Assessment
          - Key Technology Drivers
          - Key Technology Challenges
          - Regulatory Factors/Governmental Support

 3. Strategic Management of R&D

      Industry Trends and Requirements
          - R&D Intensity & Competency
          - Infrastructural/Facility Demands
          - Availability of Funding and R&D Effectiveness Measurement
          - Future Milestones
   
      
      R&D Management Strategy
          - Patents Evaluation
          - Stakeholder--R&D Focus Areas
          - R&D Strategy
   
      
      New Product Development and Commercialization Strategy
          - Innovation Strategy
          - IP Protection Strategy

 4. Key Patents and Contacts
       
      Patents
          - Applied Patents
          - Issued Patents
   
      
      Database of Key Industry Participants
          - Corporates
          - University and Research Institutes

 5. Decision Support Database 
       
      Critical Reference Tables
          - Global Mobile Penetration (2004 to 2014)
          - Global Mobile Subscribers (2004 to 2014)
          - Global Manufacturing Enterprises Count (2004 to 2014)
          - Global Industrial Enterprises Count (2002 to 2012)
          - Global Installed Electricity Capacity (2004 to 2014)
          - Length of Transmission and Distribution Network (2004 to 2014)