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.

Does Greece have a zero-subsidy battery system?

The much-awaited ministerial decree for zero-subsidy standalone battery systems has been published in Greece. So far, Greece has provided support to 900 MW of standalone storage projects under three previous auctions.

Which companies are investing in batteries in Larissa?

Enel Green Power is another large company that has already included batteries in two renewable energy projects in Larissa – 83.7 MW and 50 MW. “Although Greece did not take timely steps and the regulatory framework is delayed, we are proceeding with innovative investments in storage,” according to its head for Europe Aristotelis Handavas.

What does a draft ministerial decision mean for battery energy storage?

A draft ministerial decision envisages the installation of 3.55 GW of standalone battery energy storage systems which will be granted priority connection to the transmission or distribution grid and operated on a merchant basis without subsidy support. From ESS News

Will Greek oil refiners be able to transition to climate neutrality?

The Greek oil refiner has announced EUR 4 billion in investments to support its transition to climate neutrality, with a heavy focus on storage and renewables. All these groups now await a ministerial decree that would allow the Independent Power Transmission Operator (IPTO) to provide connection terms.