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Greece auctions 300 MW storage projects
The Greek authorities have awarded 300 MW of new battery storage capacity in its second energy storage tender. The 11 winning projects range in size from 8.875 MW/17.75 MWh to 49.9 MW/100 MWh.
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Greece launches 1 GW storage tender
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| Greek Energy Market Report | 2024
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Greece auctions 300 MW storage projects
The Greek authorities have awarded 300 MW of new battery storage capacity in its second energy storage tender. The 11 winning projects range in size from 8.875 MW/17.75 MWh to 49.9 MW/100 MWh. Winners
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Senior Associate, Aurora Energy Research. Intro. The Greek minister of energy has recently announced the targets of the new NECP which is expected to be published shortly. For energy storage, the target for 2030 is at 2.5 GW of installed capacity for pumped hydro and a whopping 5.6 GW for battery storage.
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6 FAQs about [Greek energy storage projects]
How does Greece support energy storage projects?
Greece's subsidy support for winning energy storage projects in the upcoming tenders is generous. During the construction phase, all winning projects will receive a one-time payment of €200,000 per MW, which serves as a capital expenditure subsidy.
How many MW of new battery storage capacity does Greece have?
The Greek energy regulator has awarded 300 MW of new battery storage capacity in the nation's second energy storage tender, split among 11 projects. The tender is part of the country’s 1 GW energy storage auction program. The projects range in size from 8,875 MW/17,75 MWh to 49,9 MW/100 MWh).
What is Greece's energy storage program?
Greece’s energy storage program will draw €341 million ($372.3 million) from the European Union’s post-pandemic recovery fund, which was approved last year by the European Commission. The program’s first and second tenders will focus on standalone energy storage projects connected to the Greek electricity transmission network.
Which energy storage projects will be included in Greece's energy tenders?
The program’s first and second tenders will focus on standalone energy storage projects connected to the Greek electricity transmission network. The tenders exclude the island network of Crete, which was linked to Greece’s mainland power grid in 2021.
Can a battery storage plant be built in Greece?
An increasing number of local and foreign companies are interested in building energy storage facilities in sun-loving Greece using battery technology. In fact, the Regulatory Authority for Energy (RAE) has been receiving applications for permits concerning battery storage plants.
How much does energy storage cost in Greece?
For the first energy storage auction, the regulator has set a capped CfD price of €115,000 per MW per year. As a result, winning projects must participate in the energy market, such as Greece's wholesale electricity trading and secondary balancing services market. Each year, the government will assess the projects' market earnings.