MW scale storage system project financing options in Azerbaijan 2025

When will a 50 MW energy storage facility be operational?

During the project's first phase, a 50 MW energy storage facility is expected to be operational by the end of this year or early next year. It's worth recalling that in early May 2024, Azerbaijan's Ministry of Energy signed an implementation agreement with Saudi Arabia's ACWA Power for the development of a 200 MW energy storage system.

Are battery-based storage systems a good investment for Azerbaijan's energy system?

Economic benefits and fossil fuel reduction Battery-based storage solutions, Lyubomirova noted, are already widely adopted worldwide and offer economic benefits for Azerbaijan’s energy system. These systems help reduce reliance on fossil fuels like oil and gas, enabling more effective integration of wind and solar power.

When will a 250 MW battery energy storage system be operational?

In September of this year, Azerenergy announced a new tender for the development of a 250 MW Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project, slated for completion by 2027. During the project's first phase, a 50 MW energy storage facility is expected to be operational by the end of this year or early next year.

Is China a key partner in Azerbaijan's adoption of battery energy storage systems?

China is poised to become a key partner in Azerbaijan's adoption of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and other advanced energy technologies. During COP29, Azerbaijan’s Ministry of Energy signed a Memorandum of Understanding with China Southern Power Grid International (Hong Kong) Co., Ltd and Powerchina Huadong Engineering Corporation Limited.

How much green energy will Azerbaijan have by 2027?

By 2027, the construction of eight industrial-scale solar and wind power plants is expected to add 2 GW of green energy capacity, increasing the share of renewables to 33% of Azerbaijan’s total energy mix.

What does ACWA Power do for Azerbaijan?

Polina Liubomirova, ACWA Power’s Director of Business Development for Azerbaijan, emphasized ACWA Power’s extensive experience in delivering large-scale energy projects. Globally, its portfolio spans six gigawatt hours in battery storage across various operational stages—underlining its capacity to bring cutting-edge solutions to Azerbaijan.