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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.

Does Italy need electricity storage?

As Italy’s energy mix is increasingly composed of variable renewable energy sources, electricity storage will be needed to integrate power generated by renewables into the national grid and make it available when sun and wind energy are not accessible.

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.

How will Italy invest in electricity storage?

Italy will promote investments in utility scale electricity storage to reach at least 70 GWh, and worth over Euro 17 bn, in the next ten years. The new storage capacity will be acquired through tenders published by Terna, the manager of Italy’s high voltage grid. The next tender will be released in 2024.

How is Italy preparing for the energy transition?

We’re leading Italy in its path to the energy transition. We’re fielding a solid renewable capacity that we expect to boost in the coming years. A green presence throughout its territory, in order to achieve a 100% renewable, constantly growing, energy production.

How will a centralised electricity storage system help res producers?

This platform will enable RES producers to use the storage assets supported by the measure to directly shift their electricity production from times of overgeneration to times of scarcity. The European Commission has approved a €17.7 billion Italian scheme for a centralised electricity storage system.