Introduction to the Greek Energy Storage Power Station

Energy Storage Energy Efficiency Carbon Neutral Fuels Carbon Capture and Storage The expansion of solar and wind energy projects, including the rapid growth of offshore wind initiatives, is set to increase capacity by over 12GW by 2030. Additionally, efforts are underway to fully harness the remaining hydroelectric potential within the country. Energy Storage Energy Efficiency Carbon Neutral Fuels Carbon Capture and Storage The expansion of solar and wind energy projects, including the rapid growth of offshore wind initiatives, is set to increase capacity by over 12GW by 2030. Additionally, efforts are underway to fully harness the remaining hydroelectric potential within the country.

How long should energy storage be in a Greek power system?

Considering the energy arbitrage and flexibility needs of the Greek power system, a mix of short (~2 MWh/MW) and longer (>6 MWh/MW) duration storages has been identified as optimal. In the short run, storage is primarily needed for balancing services and to a smaller degree for limited energy arbitrage.

What is the res penetration target for the power system of Greece?

The power system of Greece is used as a case study, adopting a RES penetration target of around 60%, as foreseen in the National Energy and Climate Plan (NECP) for 2030, . The generation portfolio of the Greek system in the mid-term horizon to 2030 is well-defined in the NECP, with storage being the main asset yet to be identified.

Should Greece invest in energy storage facilities?

Currently there is a growing interest for investments in storage facilities in Greece. Licensed projects mostly consist of Li-ion battery energy storage systems (BESS), either stand-alone or integrated in PVs, as well as PHS facilities .

What are the cost assumptions for the Greek power system?

Thermal and hydro unit capacities assumed for the Greek power system. Table B.4. Variable cost assumptions for thermal units and demand response services. Includes fuel costs and CO 2 emissions rights. The investment cost assumptions for BESS, PHS and OCGT investments are presented in the following Table B.5, Table B.7.

Is electricity storage a prerequisite for decarbonization of the power sector?

Even though electricity storage is recognized as a prerequisite for the decarbonization of the power sector, the development of storage facilities is still facing legal/regulatory barriers and investment feasibility concerns.

How many storage plants are there in Greece?

Currently there are four (4) storage plants operating in Greece, two open-loop pumped-hydro storage (PHS) stations in the mainland (700 ΜW in total) and two small hybrid RES-storage stations in non-interconnected islands (just 3 MW).

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The initiative is primarily geared towards larger players. Although energy storage costs have dropped by as much as 60 percent over the past year and a half, the estimated cost remains around 250,000 euros per MWh for a two-hour energy storage system. The total investment cost has not significantly decreased as connection costs have risen.

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