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Will Kosovo build a battery energy storage system?

The government of Kosovo will build a battery energy storage system (BESS) with a capacity of 200MWh-plus to deal with the energy crisis.

Where does Kosovo get its power from?

The Kosovo A Power Station in Obilic. The country gets the bulk of its power from coal. Image: Flickr. The government of Kosovo this week announced it will build a battery energy storage system (BESS) with a capacity of 200MWh-plus to deal with the country’s energy crisis.

What is Kosovo's Energy Strategy?

The energy strategy foresees 170 MW in battery operating power. In addition, procedures are scheduled to be announced in the fourth quarter for a solar power plant of 100 MW for government-controlled power utility Kosovo Energy Corp. (KEK) and a solar thermal system for district heating in Prishtina, according to Rizvanolli.

How will Kosovo's Energy System work?

The system will stabilize the fluctuating frequency of electricity, store energy in the early hours of the morning when consumption is low, and connect with solar, wind, or similar power plants. Kosovo* will own the facilities, the ministry added.

Will Kosovo invest in solar power projects in Pristina?

Another procurement exercise will seek to deploy a solar district heating project in Pristina. According to its energy strategy, Kosovo also plans to hold two auctions for battery storage projects with a cumulative capacity of 170 MW.

Is Kosovo planning a solar auction?

Kosovo is planning a series of auctions for renewable energy and battery energy storage systems. Minister of Economy Artane Rizvanolli has revealed plans for further procurement exercises for 950 MW of renewables, totaling €1.2 billion, after announcing the shortlisted bidders in the nation's first solar auction.