What is the market energy storage in Spain?
The market energy storage in Spain, particularly in relation to the BESS systems (Battery Energy Storage Systems), is undergoing a dynamic and accelerated evolution. This transformation is driven by the growing need to integrate renewable energy sources into the electricity grid, improve supply stability and optimize energy use.
How will the European Commission support large-scale energy storage in Spain?
The European Commission on Monday approved a new aid scheme for the deployment of large-scale electricity storage in Spain. Subsidies will be available for standalone energy storage sites, projects installed alongside renewable energy facilities, and storage planned as part of thermal power plants.
Why should Spain invest in energy storage?
Investing in energy storage helps Spain meet its climate goals. This includes achieving carbon neutrality by . Storing renewable energy instead of wasting it helps the country rely less on fossil fuels. This also cuts down greenhouse gas emissions. Pumped hydro, thermal storage, and battery systems are effective technologies.
What is Spain's battery storage market?
Spain’s battery storage market is dominated by customer-sited systems. Utility-scale storage remains nascent. Currently, Spain’s storage market is mainly composed of small-scale batteries co-located with solar PV. Spain’s household electricity prices now stand at over EUR 0.30/kWh on average.
How will Spain increase its energy storage capacity?
Spain has launched an ambitious €700 million (around $796 million) program to increase its energy storage capacity. This plan will add 2.5 to 3.5 gigawatts (GW) of storage. It includes pumped hydro, thermal energy storage, and battery systems.
How much does storage cost in Spain?
Namely, from 43 €/MWh (lower case) to 52.5 €/MWh and from 47 €/MWh (high case) to 56.5 €/MWh. This is comparable with the 67 €/MWh LCOH for the TES with retail charges. In Spain, subsidies for storage will be granted through four calls under the PERTE ERHA1 scheme.
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