Italian energy storage power station BESS

What is a Bess energy storage system?

BESS, or battery energy storage systems, are an essential element of the energy transition: the Enel Group is playing an important role in the growth of the sector, in Italy and in the other countries where it is present. There can be no real energy transition in Italy without electricity storage systems.

Are battery energy storage systems needed in Italy?

Therefore, battery energy storage systems (BESS) are needed in Italy. The Italian market for BESS is growing rapidly and currently amounts to 2.3 GW but it almost exclusively consists of residential scale systems, associated with small scale solar plants, having an average capacity of less than 20 kWh.

What is the future of energy storage in Italy?

MP: The future of energy storage in Italy is bright. With investments in technology, regulatory support, and declining costs, BESS will become a key pillar of Italy’s transition to a sustainable energy future. Telis Energy is proud to play a role in this journey by originating, developing, and building high-quality BESS projects.

Is Bess a good investment in northern Italy?

While Northern Italy currently has the largest installed BESS capacity in the country, a build-out of RES in the South is increasing energy price volatility, creating a more compelling investment case for BESS in this region.

How important are Bess in Italy's energy transition?

MP: BESS are becoming increasingly vital in Italy’s energy transition. With the ambitious targets outlined in the National Energy and Climate Plan (NECP), including reducing carbon emissions and increasing renewable energy to 30% of final energy consumption by 2030, BESS are essential.

Will Enel retrofit a battery energy storage system?

Enel will retrofit a battery energy storage system (BESS) at its pumped hydro storage plant in Bergamo, northern Italy. The EU-backed BESS will serve as an additional energy reservoir, ensuring an uninterrupted power supply. From ESS News