How many large-scale battery storage systems are there in Sweden?

14 large-scale battery storage systems (BESS) have come online in Sweden to deploy 211 MW / 211 MWh into the region. Developer and optimiser Ingrid Capacity and energy storage owner-operator BW ESS have been working in partnership to deliver 14 large-scale BESS projects throughout Sweden’s grid, situated in electricity price areas SE3 and SE4.

Who owns Bess solar power in Sweden?

It is the first from Axpo in Sweden and was acquired in-development from developers RES and SCR in March 2023. That acquisition was followed shortly by a solar-plus-storage project with a 25MW BESS acquired from developer SENS, among the more active in the Swedish market.

Does Axpo have a battery storage project in Sweden?

Axpo has already deployed a small battery storage project on home turf, this 2MW/2.17MWh unit at the Jona-Rapperswil power station. Image: Axpo Holding. Swiss-headquartered independent power producer (IPP) Axpo has brought its first BESS project in Sweden online, a 20MW/20MWh system in Landskrona.

Where is the 10MW Bess project located?

The 10MW BESS will be strategically located in SE3, helping to stabilize the grid by providing ancillary and balancing services across frequency markets. “We are excited to deliver this project to our customer,” said Magnus Häggström, Chief Commercial Officer at Helios Nordic Energy.

What is Sweden's largest energy storage investment?

Sweden’s largest energy storage investment, totaling 211 MW, goes live, combining 14 sites. 14 large-scale battery storage systems (BESS) have come online in Sweden to deploy 211 MW / 211 MWh into the region.

When will energy storage be available in Sweden?

The grid-scale energy storage market in Sweden has accelerated substantially in the past few years with high prices in the ancillary service markets and 200MW is expected to come online in 2024, according to flexibility services provider Flextools in a recent interview (Premium access).