SolarPower Europe has launched the Battery Storage Europe Platform, a new initiative aimed at strengthening the policy and investment framework for battery storage across the EU.
The Platform will advocate for the sector at the EU level, with a focus on policy engagement and improving legislative and investment conditions for battery storage deployment and manufacturing.
It is designed to fill a gap in EU-level representation for battery storage companies.
Juhi Dion Sud, newly appointed Head of the Platform, said: “Battery storage is no longer optional – it is essential. Without urgent action, the EU risks stalling its energy transition. We are calling for a tenfold increase in battery storage by 2030.
“This is vital to sustain the rapid growth of solar and other renewables, and to ensure the EU’s energy security, resilience and competitiveness.”
The Platform builds on SolarPower Europe’s existing work, including its annual European Market Outlook for Battery Storage. The organisation aims to align solar and storage development through its established industry network.
Dion Sud added: “The EU currently has just over 50GWh of battery energy storage systems (BESS). To stay on track for the 2030 renewables targets, this must increase to between 500 and 780GWh. Our core ask: 10X more battery storage in 5 years.”
The Platform launched with support from founding strategic partners including Renewable Energy Insurance Broker, Statkraft, and SUNOTEC.
Over 50 representatives joined the hybrid kick-off strategy day in Brussels.
Walburga Hemetsberger, CEO of SolarPower Europe, said: “Solar and storage are the perfect pair. As solar installations soar across Europe, battery storage must grow at the same pace.”
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