Italian energy storage harness design

How much will Italy spend on a centralised electricity storage system?

The European Commission has approved a €17.7 billion ($19.5 billion) Italian scheme to support the construction and operation of a centralised electricity storage system to integrate renewable energy sources into the country’s electricity system.

Will Italy support the construction of electricity storage facilities?

Approved under EU state aid rules, the Italian scheme will support the construction of electricity storage facilities with a joint capacity of more than 9GW/71GWh and will run until 31 December 2033.

Are batteries and Hy-Drogen promoting a progressive decarbonization of the Italian power sector?

Both batteries and hydrogen are introduced as electrical energy storage systems. The role of VRES and storage facilities (batteries and hy-drogen) in promoting a progressive decarbonization of the Italian power sector is then explored from an economic and environmental perspective.

What are Italy's energy goals?

Italy’s ambitious energy goals, outlined in the National Integrated Energy and Climate Plan (PNIEC), mark a transformative shift toward renewable energy. By 2030, the country is targeting 28GW of wind power and nearly 80GW of solar capacity, making energy storage essential for ensuring grid stability and maximizing renewable integration.

What is Enel doing in Italy?

Enel is leading this revolution with advanced projects both nationally and internationally, thereby contributing to Grid stabilization and decarbonization. Since the 1980s, Italy has shown a constant propensity to innovate in the field of "classic" renewables, with the use of hydropower and pumped storage systems.

Do energy storage facilities promote energy systems based on VREs?

On the electricity production side, a VRES share of 74.6 % by 2050 is planned, while the remainder is divided between hydropower (20.1 %) and gas-based technologies (5.3 %). Furthermore, this analysis highlights the key role of energy storage facilities in promoting energy systems strongly based on VRES.