Analysis of european energy storage demand

What was the European energy storage market in 2019?

The European energy storage market contracted in 2019 to 1 GWh, with a cumulative installed base of 3.4 GWh across all segments. However, the future of energy storage in 2020 in Europe remains positive as the energy transition progresses.

What is the future of energy storage in Europe?

The future of energy storage in Europe in 2020 remains positive as the energy transition progresses. Although the market contracted in 2019 to 1 GWh, with a cumulative installed base of 3.4 GWh across all segments, the outlook for 2020 is optimistic.

How many energy storage projects are there in Europe?

The Market Monitor is based on the most extensive database of European energy storage projects, which includes over 2,600 projects.

Why is energy storage a growing trend in Germany?

Volatile energy prices and the popularity of photovoltaic self-use have driven demand for residential energy storage, which is expected to continue to grow through 2030. In addition, Germany plans to hold its first capacity market auction in 2028 to boost the development of large-scale energy storage projects.

What is the future of energy storage in Finland?

The Finnish energy storage market is expected to grow from 185 MW in 2023 to 1 GW in 2030, mainly focused on grid-side storage. With the growth of wind power capacity, especially offshore wind power, the demand for large-scale energy storage systems on the grid will increase.

What is the future of energy storage in Ireland?

Future market potential is concentrated in pre-sheet energy storage and energy storage co-located projects, residential and commercial storage market space is not large. Ireland’s battery storage capacity is expected to grow from 792 MW in 2023 to 3.9 GW in 2030, mainly in the pre-table storage market.