Italian electric energy storage subsidies

What is the EU state aid scheme for energy storage in Italy?

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. The scheme totalling €17.7 billion (US$19.5 billion) will provide annual payments covering investment and operating costs for those developing, building and operating large-scale energy storage in Italy.

Will Italy support a centralized electricity storage system?

The European Commission has approved, under the European Union’s state aid rules, a EUR 17.7 billion scheme with which Italy intends to support the establishment and operation of a centralized electricity storage system.

How will Italy's electricity storage subsidies work?

After winning clearance in Brussels, Italy can now select companies developing electricity storage projects eligible for subsidies. The mechanism is set to cover investment and operating costs through annual payments.

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 is Italy's state aid scheme?

REUTERS/Yara Nardi/File Photo Purchase Licensing Rights BRUSSELS, Dec 21 (Reuters) - The European Commission on Thursday said it had approved a 17.7 billion-euro ($19.4 billion) Italian state aid scheme to support the development of a centralised system to store electricity from renewable sources.

How much does Italy's energy bill package cost?

ROME, Feb 18 (Reuters) - Italy's government on Friday approved measures worth around 6 billion euros ($6.81 billion) to help consumers and firms hit by a rise in energy bills, as part of an 8 billion euro package to support the economy.