In a strategic move to enhance its energy infrastructure, Greece has initiated a fast-track evaluation process for standalone battery storage projects, aiming to support a 4.7 GW market-based tender. This initiative underscores the country’s commitment to modernizing its energy systems and increasing grid flexibility.
A newly formed committee, comprising representatives from ADMIE (the Independent Power Transmission Operator) and DEDDIE (the Hellenic Electricity Distribution Network Operator), is tasked with swiftly reviewing project proposals. This collaboration is essential for ensuring effective integration across transmission and distribution networks, which is critical for the successful deployment of these projects.
The initial phase of this evaluation will target around 2 GW of capacity, with preliminary project rankings anticipated by June. Of this capacity, approximately 900 MW is designated for the distribution network, while about 1.1 GW will connect to the transmission system, illustrating a balanced approach to resource allocation across different grid levels.
The evaluation process will commence with aligning project submissions from the Ministry of Environment and Energy with those from network operators. Once applications are confirmed to meet formal requirements, they will be prioritized based on established tender criteria. DEDDIE will evaluate hundreds of proposals totaling over 2 GW on the distribution side, while ADMIE will focus on a subset of transmission projects categorized by technical specifications, reflecting significant competition and robust investor interest.
The completion of initial ranking lists in the upcoming weeks is expected to facilitate grid connection approvals for the first set of projects. Additionally, there remains a pipeline of approximately 2.7 GW that will undergo assessment later as further technical parameters are clarified, ensuring a structured and phased approach to expanding battery storage capacity in Greece.
