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How will Italy support energy storage?

Italy is one of Europe’s fastest growing energy storage markets and recently introduced mechanisms to support this nascent sector. To meet its decarbonisation goals, it set out the need to build 9 GW of new grid-scale energy storage and upped its renewables targets with the aim of having 65% of electricity from green energy by 2030*.

How many GW of battery energy storage systems are there in Italy?

Analyst Aurora Energy Research tells pv magazine Italia 3 GW of battery energy storage systems (BESS) are at an advanced stage in Italy and expected online within three years.

Why does Italy have a 50 GWh battery capacity target?

Italy placed top for its 50 GWh battery capacity target, set for 2030, and because it has already enabled BESS to participate in the market for providing ancillary services to bolster grid stability.

Does Italy need a small storage system?

Italy simplified permitting for small storage systems last year but the country still needs to readjust its medium-term plans to make them coherent with its ambitious climate and energy targets. “Storage needs to be considered, also in line with the European approach, as a market player, similar to a generating asset,” said Canazza.

Which country has a strong battery industry after Italy?

“After Italy, the UK follows, supported by a strong installed capacity of 4.3 GW, an established battery industry which is estimated to more than double to 10.6 GW, and attractive revenue streams that strengthen its position,” the consultancy has stated.

How many GW of batteries will be added in Italy by 2030?

“We expect 10.5 GW [of battery projects] to be added in Italy by 2030, of which 3 GW are already in an advanced stage so they will probably come online within the next two to three years,” said Eva Zimmermann, senior associate for flexible energy at Aurora.