Policy requirements for energy storage stations in italy and argentina

Does Italy need electricity storage?

As Italy’s energy mix is increasingly composed of variable renewable energy sources, electricity storage will be needed to integrate power generated by renewables into the national grid and make it available when sun and wind energy are not accessible.

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.

Are energy storage facilities regulated in Italy?

The Italian regulatory framework concerning energy storage facilities has been evolving rapidly in recent years. However, the legislation is relatively fragmented, given the high number of laws governing different aspects of energy storage facilities.

Are energy storage systems becoming more popular in Italy?

Terna, the Italian TSO who monitors energy storage installation trends in Italy, has recently confirmed this growing demand for storage systems. Terna have published statistics relating to the type and frequency of storage systems being constructed.

Does Italy need 9gw/71gwh of energy storage?

Italy’s TSO Terna says it needs 9GW/71GWh of energy storage by integrate its renewables pipeline. Image: Terna. The European Union (EU) Commission has approved a state aid scheme aiming to fund the rollout of over 9GW/71GWh of energy storage in Italy.

What laws govern storage facilities in Italy?

These are: specific ARERA resolutions, the Italian Unified Text for Active Connections or TICA ( Testo Integrato delle Connessioni Attive – issued in 2008 by the same ARERA), and other regional and national laws regulating storage facilities.