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Will Italian electricity TSO Terna participate in MACSE tender?

Italian electricity TSO Terna has received more than 100 GW of requests to participate in the energy storage auction it is planning before summer 2025. The first phase of the MACSE tender is expected to be the biggest battery procurement exercise held in Europe by that point.

How will MACSE change energy storage requirements in Italy?

There are stark differences in energy storage requirements across Italy and MACSE procurement targets will adapt to these zonal needs. Most of the new utility-scale storage capacity catalyzed by MACSE will be needed in Southern Italy and the islands, with 16.8 GWh in the South, 13.6 GWh in Sicily, and 10.4 GWh in Sardinia.

Is MACSE a risk-averse investment in Italian energy storage?

From ESS News 2025 is set to see rapid growth in investment in the Italian energy storage sector, led by battery energy storage systems (BESS), with the implementation of MACSE. The eagerly anticipated procurement exercise will offer a stable, predictable premium over 15 years, making it particularly attractive for risk-averse investors.

How much storage capacity will Italy need by 2030?

Namely, according to the updated scenario developed by gas company Scam and power grid operator Terna, Italy will need 72 GWh of storage capacity by 2030 to meet the EU’s “Fit for 55” package goals. Around 50 GWh of this capacity will be allocated to new utility-scale systems supported by MACSE to complement the growing penetration of renewables.

Is Italy a good market for large-scale energy storage?

Alongside the MACSE auction, they touched on grid, project development and opportunities for software and optimisation providers. Mahael Fedele, Partner, CEO of Sphera Energy, said that Italy has several unique characteristics that make it an exciting market for large-scale storage. “The country obviously needs energy storage.

Which countries need new energy storage capacity?

Most of the need for new utility-scale storage capacity is concentrated in Southern Italy and the islands, with 16.8 GWh required in the South, 13.6 GWh in Sicily and 10.4 GWh in Sardinia. Aurora's detailed analysis highlights the MACSE mechanism's ability to attract significant investments in energy storage, balancing risks and returns.