CASE STUDIES

Oslo ship energy storage case

Nidec ASI, world leader in PV and BESS (battery energy storage system) projects, retrofitted a Norwegian ship, the Viking Queen (a 6,000 tonne vessel built in 2008), with a battery energy storage system to help reduce fuel consumption and emissions for greener, more efficient power supply.
[Free PDF Download]

German energy storage case

German energy storage sales are shrinking, especially home systems, but commercial and industrial (C&I) and utility-scale numbers are rising and the Federal Association of Energy Storage Systems (BVES) wants faster permitting and better regulation.
[Free PDF Download]

FAQS

Does Germany need energy storage systems?

While around 254 terawatt-hours (TWh) of electricity were generated from renewable energy in Germany in 2022, 600 TWh of electricity are expected to come from renewable sources by 2030. Germany is particularly dependent on a market ramp-up of energy storage systems, especially battery storage systems. What role do energy storage systems play?

Do battery storage systems need a permit in Germany?

In Germany, in most cases, neither environmental nor energy industry permits are required for battery storage system alone, though it must comply with the regulation on electromagnetic fields (26. BImSchV). Battery storage systems must be registered in the market master database (Marktstammdatenregister).

Why is Germany the first choice for energy storage companies?

Germany stands out as a unique market, development platform and export hub for energy storage companies. While the demand for energy storage is growing across Europe, Germany remains the European lead target market and the first choice for companies seeking to enter this fast-developing industry.

What percentage of Germany's energy storage installations surpassed 5gwh?

Specifically, new installations of residential storage surpassed 5GWh, capturing a substantial 83% share, followed by utility-scale energy storage and commercial & industrial (C&I) storage, which accounted for 15% and 2% respectively. Proportion of Germany’s Installations Types

How do storage systems work in Germany?

Most storage systems in Germany are currently used together with residential PV plants to increase self-consumption and reduce costs. Inexpensive storage systems can be built using Second-Life-Batteries (Bundesnetzagentur für Elektrizität, Gas, Telekommunikation, Post und Eisenbahnen, 2020).

How much does Germany spend on EV and stationary battery research?

Germany spends between EUR 80 million and EUR 85 million every year on public research and development incentives for EV and stationary battery research. As the European lead market in the energy transition age, Germany offers opportunities for companies to develop, test, define, and market new energy storage solutions.

Smart ship energy storage case

This study examines the potential effects and benefits of integrating electrical energy storage systems, such as lithium-ion batteries and supercapacitors, into short sea shipping ships during port stay.
[Free PDF Download]