Italy s new energy storage power plant is running

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.

Why is a grid-scale battery energy storage system important in Italy?

As the penetration of solar power increases, grid stability has become a critical issue. In response, Italy is prioritizing the development of grid-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS Italy) alongside new industrial and commercial energy storage projects.

Is Italy a leader in industrial energy storage and commercial energy storage?

Accordingly, there is a growing market for industrial energy storage and commercial energy storage projects, positioning Italy as a leader in advanced Italy storage solutions and renewable energy Italy initiatives.

How will Italy's solar power impact grid stability?

This rapid expansion in Italy's solar is fueling the country’s drive to have renewables contribute to 65% of electricity consumption by 2030. As the penetration of solar power increases, grid stability has become a critical issue.

Will Italy decarbonise its energy system by 2030?

71GWh of new grid-scale energy storage needs to be deployed by 2030 for Italy to decarbonise its energy system in line with the EU targets.