What is Germany's energy storage capacity?

Germany had 4,776MW of capacity in 2022 and this is expected to rise to 19,249MW by 2030. Listed below are the five largest energy storage projects by capacity in Germany, according to GlobalData’s power database. GlobalData uses proprietary data and analytics to provide a complete picture of the global energy storage segment.

Why is Germany a leader in the lithium battery industry?

Germany, with its exceptional engineering technology, stringent quality management, and strong innovative capabilities, holds a significant position in the global lithium battery industry.

Are lithium-ion batteries the future of energy storage?

As global demand for sustainable energy solutions continues to rise, lithium-ion batteries are rapidly becoming the core of cutting-edge energy storage technology, widely used in various fields such as electric vehicles, renewable energy storage, and more.

Will Germany add more power storage projects in 2023?

Germany will likely add many more projects in the coming months, as the federal government increasingly focuses on storage solutions. In December 2023, the Federal Ministry for Economic Afairs and Climate Action (BMWK) published its “Power Storage Strategy” to accelerate the development of new capacities.

Where is RWE storing lithium-ion batteries?

RWE commissioned a large-scale storage facility in December 2024 and February 2025 in North Rhine-Westphalia. A total of 690 blocks of lithium-ion batteries were installed at the Neurath and Hamm sites. By opting for the sites of its existing power plants, RWE is able to take advantage of the synergy of combined technologies.

How can traditional power plant sites contribute to German and European energy supply?

With this storage facility, traditional power plant sites can make an exemplary contribute to the German and European energy supply. Please click on the image to zoom At the sites of the power plants in Hamm and Neurath, an intelligent, net-worked storage system is being built.