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How many new battery energy storage systems will be installed in Europe?

The latest analysis by SolarPower Europe shows that 17.2 gigawatt hours (GWh) of new battery energy storage systems (BESS) will be installed in Europe in 2023, supplying 1.7 million additional European households with electricity - an increase of 94% compared to 2022.

Does Europe have a battery storage market?

Europe’s annual battery storage deployments doubled in 2023, but the pace of adoption is still much slower than required, according to SolarPower Europe. The continental trade association for solar PV industries published new analysis of the sector in its report, European Market Outlook for Battery Storage 2024-2028.

Why is battery storage so important for solar power Europe?

Walburga Hemetsberger, CEO of SolarPower Europe, said, “ Growing battery storage and flexibility represents a fundamental shift from our current grid-centric view of the market. It impacts not only the way we plan infrastructure and the way we operate the system, but also the markets we engage with.

What are the benefits of battery energy storage in Europe?

Increasing the use of renewables in the energy mix allows energy imports to be reduced, with clear benefits for Europe’s energy independence and security. The decarbonisation of the energy mix and reductions in overall CO2 emissions are other clear, positive outcomes of an increased use of Battery Energy Storage in Europe.

Can battery energy storage solve Europe's energy challenges?

In order to deploy renewables and to release their potential for ensuring a stable and secure energy supply, Europe needs to work to overcome the intrinsic limits of renewables. One solution to these challenges is Battery Energy Storage.

How will the European battery storage market grow in 2028?

For the years 2024 to 2028, SolarPower Europe forecasts further growth in the European battery storage market, albeit at a slightly lower level, to a total capacity of 78 GWh in 2028. The industry association expects annual market growth of 30% to 40%, which will be driven primarily by large-scale battery storage systems.