Rome energy storage project plant operation

Who will build the largest self-consumption photovoltaic system in a European airport?

The Enel Group company dedicated to the development of innovative energy efficiency solutions and services will build the largest self-consumption photovoltaic system in a European airport for ADR, in collaboration with Circet SpA, a leading company in the field of infrastructure development.

What are Italy's energy goals?

Italy’s ambitious energy goals, outlined in the National Integrated Energy and Climate Plan (PNIEC), mark a transformative shift toward renewable energy. By 2030, the country is targeting 28GW of wind power and nearly 80GW of solar capacity, making energy storage essential for ensuring grid stability and maximizing renewable integration.

Does Leonardo da Vinci Airport have a solar PV system?

Overall, the project is forecast to avoid 100% of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions compared to a conventional technology. Aeroporti di Roma’s development plan for Leonardo da Vinci Airport foresees the installation of the largest solar photovoltaic (PV) array inside any airport infrastructure across Europe.

How much energy does Leonardo da Vinci Airport produce?

Located parallel to runway No. 3 at Rome’s Leonardo da Vinci Airport, the facility will cover a 340,000-square-meter area with a capacity of 22 MW. When operating at full capacity, it will produce around 32 GWh of renewable energy per year.

How many GWh of energy storage is needed in 2025?

To maintain grid stability, TERNA forecasts the need for 71GWh of storage, equivalent to about 20GW of capacity by 2030. The second edition of RENMAD Storage Italia (April 2-3, 2025) will bring together leading experts and industry leaders to discuss the evolving energy storage landscape, exploring both the opportunities and challenges ahead.