Italian international energy storage storm

Does Italy need 9gw/71gwh of energy storage?

Italy’s TSO Terna says it needs 9GW/71GWh of energy storage by integrate its renewables pipeline. Image: Terna. The European Union (EU) Commission has approved a state aid scheme aiming to fund the rollout of over 9GW/71GWh of energy storage in Italy.

Is Italy a good market for large-scale energy storage?

Alongside the MACSE auction, they touched on grid, project development and opportunities for software and optimisation providers. Mahael Fedele, Partner, CEO of Sphera Energy, said that Italy has several unique characteristics that make it an exciting market for large-scale storage. “The country obviously needs energy storage.

What is the EU state aid scheme for energy storage in Italy?

The European Union (EU) Commission has approved a state aid scheme aiming to fund the rollout of over 9GW/71GWh of energy storage in Italy. The scheme totalling €17.7 billion (US$19.5 billion) will provide annual payments covering investment and operating costs for those developing, building and operating large-scale energy storage in Italy.

How big is Italy's energy storage sector?

However, permitting bottlenecks remain a key concern. Figures by industry group Italia Solare put the current size of the Italian energy storage sector at approximately 450MW of total installed capacity.

What drives growth in Italy's energy storage sector?

LONDON (ICIS)–Market actors predict growth in the Italian energy storage sector will be driven by the system balancing needs of the grid operator in the face of increasing renewable penetration and conventional plant closures. However, permitting bottlenecks remain a key concern.

Who has the largest battery storage capacity in Italy?

With 60MW, Enel-X claimed the largest awarded capacity in the first pilot tender followed by French utility Engie with 44MW, Metka Egri Apulia with 26MW and Iren with 25.5MW. Market participants have identified permitting issues as the main obstacle to greater growth in Italy’s battery storage sector.