Photos of the current status of energy storage sites in the netherlands

Are battery energy storage installations limiting the deployment of battery energy systems?

While lengthy authorization processes are limiting the deployment of battery energy storage installations (BESS), the lion’s share of purchased battery systems is in the residential sector. In fact, the paper shows that 98% of the Dutch installations are small ones (less than 20 kWh).

What is the energy storage roadmap?

The government responded to some of the feedback from market participants, issuing its first Energy Storage Roadmap in June 2023. Amongst other points, this recognised the important role that energy storage will play in the coming years and the importance of market participants coming together to develop a holistic approach for storage assets.

Does the EU have a target for energy storage assets?

While the EU Commission has not yet set specific targets for energy storage assets, as part of the electricity market reform plans they announced a list of recommendations on energy storage. These recommendations offer member states guidance on how best to exploit the potential of energy storage.

What do market participants want from energy storage solutions?

Market participants also indicated that they wanted national targets set for energy storage solutions, and more efficient permitting procedures to support them in the development of storage assets. The government responded to some of the feedback from market participants, issuing its first Energy Storage Roadmap in June 2023.

Why is energy storage important?

Alongside this, the RePowerEU plan also highlights the importance of energy storage in ensuring flexibility and security of supply in the energy system by: (i) facilitating the integration of renewable generation; (ii) supporting the grid; and (iii) shifting energy so that it’s available when it’s most needed.