Where does SSE Renewables operate?

SSE Renewables operates across the United Kingdom, Ireland, Continental Europe, and Japan. ENGIE UK is a utility company and Independent Power Producer (IPP) specializing in renewable energy generation, flexible energy storage, and energy supply solutions for businesses.

What is energy storage system (ESS)?

An Energy Storage System, often abbreviated as ESS, is a storage system that captures energy produced at one time from any energy-producing source for use at a later time as per the convenience of the end user to reduce imbalances between energy demand and energy production.

How can solar PV and battery storage be used in Germany?

According to International Energy Agency (IEA), in Germany, storage deployment is encouraged through innovation auctions, which reward the combination of renewables and storage. All successful bids in 2021 and 2022, totaling over 1 GW of installed capacity, were projects combining solar PV with battery storage.

Who is SSE Renewables?

SSE Renewables is a leading renewable energy company specializing in onshore wind, offshore wind, hydro, solar and battery technologies, with a growing presence internationally. Part of the FTSE-listed SSE plc, the company is focused on the development, operation, and construction of renewable energy assets.

How many solar storage systems are installed in Germany in 2021?

According to the German solar energy group BSW, about 141,000 new solar storage systems were installed in 2021 by German households, reaching the cumulative installation 413,000 units across the country.

Should EV batteries be stored in Europe?

This means that as well as storage being readily available for car manufacturers across Europe, it also has to fall in line with safety regulations. With tens of thousands of EV batteries stored in one location, the chain reaction of a single battery catching fire could potentially be devastating for the public and environment.