Italian new energy storage industry alliance

Who makes battery energy storage systems in Italy?

Spanish renewable energy specialist Ingenium Group and compatriot Endurance Motive, which makes batteries for stationary and e-mobility applications, have formed an alliance aimed at promoting battery energy storage systems (BESS) in Italy. An Endurance Motive battery energy storage system. Image source: Ingenium ()

Why is CIP launching large-scale battery projects in Italy?

The development of large-scale battery projects aligns with CIP’s growing focus on energy storage. With Italy’s supportive regulatory environment, the partnership aims to leverage CIP’s expertise to advance its storage infrastructure projects. The move also supports Italy’s aim to meet the nation’s 2030 renewable energy targets.

Can Italy make battery storage projects commercially attractive?

“Italy has a clear need for storage, and the enabling market and regulatory mechanisms are being put in place to make battery storage projects commercially attractive.” CIP’s Flagship Fund CI V, completed in March 2025, exceeded its €12bn ($12.9bn) target.

How will a hydroelectric project benefit Italy?

The two groups commit to developing together hydroelectric storage projects in the South of Italy owned by Edison. The goal: generating at least 500 MW in pumped energy by 2030, allowing the Italian supply chain of the hydroelectric sector grow to raise Italy's energy autonomy and economic development.

Why is GCSS partnering with Italy?

The move also supports Italy’s aim to meet the nation’s 2030 renewable energy targets. CIP Partner Nischal Agarwal stated: “The partnership with GCSS is a great opportunity for us to expand our pipeline of utility-scale battery storage projects and to enter the promising Italian market.

How many GW of batteries will be added in Italy by 2030?

“We expect 10.5 GW [of battery projects] to be added in Italy by 2030, of which 3 GW are already in an advanced stage so they will probably come online within the next two to three years,” said Eva Zimmermann, senior associate for flexible energy at Aurora, recently told pv magazine Italia.