Italian energy storage safety appointment consultation

Why are battery energy storage systems not being developed in Italy?

The development of Battery Energy Storage Systems (hereinafter “BESS”) in Italy has been limited by the fact that the spread of renewable sources is not such as to produce significant price differences during the hours of the day yet. An unfavourable legal and regulatory framework has also contributed to the low diffusion of BESS.

Why is Italy an attractive market for energy storage systems?

To meet such requirements, the storage facilities will have to be realized with a power in both absorption and release equal to at least 9 GW. This makes Italy a particularly attractive market for energy storage systems. 1. MACSE: first consultation conducted by Terna

How does Italy guarantee a long-term supply system of new storage capacity?

The Italian legislator has acted to guarantee a long-term supply system of new storage capacity by introducing a mechanism based on competitive, transparent and non-discriminatory auctions. The system recognises the right to an annual remuneration, in exchange for the provision of the awarded capacity as part of the national energy market.

Can batteries be used for energy storage in Italy?

In Italy, batteries have become an attractive technology for electricity storage projects although they are not traditionally used.

What is Gestore Servizio Energetici?

Gestore Servizio Energetici (GSE) is the state-owned company which promotes and supports renewable energy in Italy. It fosters sustainable development by providing support for renewable electricity generation and renewable energy storage, and by taking actions to build awareness of environmentally-efficient energy uses.

What challenges will Italy face in the energy transition?

Energy transition – the need to achieve progressive and complete decarbonisation by 2050 – presents Italy with important challenges in increasing energy production from renewable resources on the one hand, and the necessary progressive increase in the availability of utility-scale energy storage capacity on the other.