Key to Energy sees need for 50 GWh more battery storage in Italy by 2040
With authorized battery projects already exceeding 130 GWh, the Italian market has a substantial development pipeline, but financing, revenue certainty and regulatory clarity will determine whether another 50 GWh of utility-scale storage can be deployed over the next decade, according to Key to Energy.
DRC copper mine adds 526 MWh battery to 233 MW solar plant
A 233 MW solar array and 526 MWh battery system at the Kamoa-Kakula Copper Complex in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) displaced about 4 million liters of diesel in their first month of operation, according to system integrator Dhybrid Power Systems.
UNSW develops three-minute battery health test in Australia
Researchers at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) have developed a prototype that uses electrical pulses and statistical models to assess lithium-ion battery health in under three minutes per cell, with a potential role in sorting retired batteries for reuse or recycling.
Sweden plans new battery and inverter database
Sweden plans to launch a voluntary database for solar inverters, battery storage systems and bidirectional EV charging equipment in 2027, replacing its existing pre-assessment system for new listings. The database will provide standardized technical documentation to support grid connection assessments by network operators.
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NTPC Green Energy tenders 10 GW/40 GWh of battery systems in India
India's NTPC Green Energy has invited global bids for lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery containers and grid-forming power conversion systems (PCS) for a planned 10 GW/40 GWh battery energy storage system (BESS) portfolio, with a separate tender covering the balance-of-system package for a 250 MW/1,000 MWh project at NTPC Kayamkulam.
Sodium-ion narrows the gap with lithium-ion, says Polytechnic University of Turin professor
Storage targets for 2030 could pave the way for a market worth tens of gigawatt-hours, including for non-lithium batteries. pv magazine Italy spoke about it with Silvia Bodoardo, a full professor at the Polytechnic University of Turin.
Sodium-ion batteries approach cost parity with LFP, says WoodMac
Sodium-ion batteries are approaching cell-level cost parity with LFP technology, with supply agreements exceeding 70 GWh worldwide. Despite higher upfront costs, they could offer a 21% lower total cost of ownership over 20 years, according to Wood Mackenzie.
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Key to Energy sees need for 50 GWh more battery storage in Italy by 2040
With authorized battery projects already exceeding 130 GWh, the Italian market has a substantial development pipeline, but financing, revenue certainty and regulatory clarity will determine whether another 50 GWh of utility-scale storage can be deployed over the next decade, according to Key to Energy.
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Australian pumped hydro project could beat batteries on lifetime cost
Snowy 2.0, a 2.2 GW pumped hydro energy storage project in Australia, could deliver lower long-term storage costs than grid-scale batteries because of its 150-year design life, argues Andrew Blakers, a professor of engineering at the Australian National University.
Building the business case for co-located BESS
Building a business case for big batteries is complex. Falk Haase and Vincent Mingasson from meteocontrol’s mc Advisory crunch the numbers on co-located solar-plus-storage in Germany, exploring how battery size, charging strategy, wholesale trading, and ancillary services’ markets shape the revenue stack – and where the most-attractive opportunities lie.
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Jinko ESS Pilots Battery Passport with the Global Battery Alliance, Accelerating Compliance with the EU Battery Regulation
Recently, Jinko ESS, a leading global energy storage company and a subsidiary of JinkoSolar Co., Ltd., participated in the latest round of Battery Passport pilots launched by the Global Battery Alliance (GBA). The Global Battery Alliance (GBA) is an independent, multistakeholder organization bringing together companies across the battery value chain, governments, international organizations, civil society […]
Deye Showcases Comprehensive Energy Storage Portfolio at Solar Energy Expo Ukraine 2026
Deye showcased its latest commercial & industrial (C&I) and residential energy storage innovations at Solar Energy Expo Ukraine 2026, presenting a comprehensive portfolio that spans large-scale commercial applications, home energy management, and emerging balcony solar storage solutions.
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Pramac to showcase battery energy solutions at The smarter e Europe 2026
The company’s latest solutions for battery storage and hybrid systems support renewable integration and grid stability. Pramac’s booth will offer event visitors a comprehensive view of advanced energy systems for commercial, industrial, and rental applications.
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JA expands energy storage footprint with multiple JAPlanet deployments across Europe
Since its introduction at the end of 2025, the JAPlanet battery energy storage system has seen strong early uptake, with multiple systems already installed in Italy, Germany, the Netherlands, and Lithuania, alongside a confirmed pipeline of additional projects across Europe.
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UNSW develops three-minute battery health test in Australia
Researchers at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) have developed a prototype that uses electrical pulses and statistical models to assess lithium-ion battery health in under three minutes per cell, with a potential role in sorting retired batteries for reuse or recycling.
German utility plans 30 MWh zinc-bromine BESS from Eos, aiming at long-term value
Stadtwerke Gaggenau and Capac AG are planning a €15.2 million ($16.8 million) project featuring US manufacturer Eos' stackable zinc-bromine battery technology, with construction due to begin in 2027 and commissioning scheduled for 2028.
Sizable Energy plans offshore gravity storage projects in Italy
Italian company Sizable Energy is developing a long-duration offshore energy storage system that uses deep-sea brine reservoirs to store electricity, with its first commercial projects planned for Calabria and Sicily and a demonstrator linked to a data center in Naples scheduled for 2027.
Sodium-ion narrows the gap with lithium-ion, says Polytechnic University of Turin professor
Storage targets for 2030 could pave the way for a market worth tens of gigawatt-hours, including for non-lithium batteries. pv magazine Italy spoke about it with Silvia Bodoardo, a full professor at the Polytechnic University of Turin.
Sodium-ion batteries approach cost parity with LFP, says WoodMac
Sodium-ion batteries are approaching cell-level cost parity with LFP technology, with supply agreements exceeding 70 GWh worldwide. Despite higher upfront costs, they could offer a 21% lower total cost of ownership over 20 years, according to Wood Mackenzie.
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