Domestic energy storage subsidies

What is Poland's energy storage subsidy program?

Following a public consultation launched in July 2024, the Polish Ministry of Climate and Environment has finalized its energy storage subsidy program which aims to support the deployment of more than 5 GWh of energy storage in the country. The new regulation was published in the Journal of Laws of the Republic of Poland on March 7.

How much PLN will be distributed under the energy subsidy scheme?

A total of PLN 4 billion ($1 billion) will be distributed under the subsidy scheme by the end of 2025 in a bid to bring online more than 5 GWh of energy storage projects by 2028.

Should solar subsidies be increased?

"If they want to promote green energy, it is really good to increase the subsidies right now If they can increase it, that will be great for everyone." Energy experts spoken to for this story say increased subsidies, not loans, will be the best way to increase the uptake of solar batteries.

Should battery energy storage systems be included in India's budget?

If these measures make it into the upcoming budget, they’ll provide much-needed relief for manufacturers and encourage more investments in the sector. On another note, integrating Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) has become essential for stabilising India's renewable energy grid.

Will increased subsidies increase the uptake of solar batteries?

Energy experts spoken to for this story say increased subsidies, not loans, will be the best way to increase the uptake of solar batteries. A spokesperson for the federal minister for climate change and energy Chris Bowen said in a statement:

What is the European Commission subsidy scheme?

The European Commission authorized the subsidy scheme in October 2024 to the tune of €1.2 billion in a bid to support the installation of at least 5.4 GWh of new electricity storage facilities.