Is Poland moving towards battery energy storage systems (Bess)?

As expected, Poland’s latest capacity market auctions have highlighted a significant shift towards the battery energy storage systems (BESS) beside the fact that the de-rating factor has been significantly decreased.

What is Polish Energy Storage Association?

Polish Energy Storage Association – together we are building a modern, solid and secure electric power system in Poland. We are integrating innovative companies and organisations involved in developing the power sector and environment protection, we are promoting and supporting energy storage facilities.

Are energy storage systems a new technology in Poland?

Energy storage systems are a relatively new technology in the Polish capacity market. They have participated in two auctions so far: making their official debut in 2022 (with 2027 delivery year) and subsequently dominating the competition in the 2023 auction.

Is energy storage a good investment in Poland?

In Poland, interest in energy storage investment has been evident for some time. Last year’s main auction of the power market, with capacity delivery for 2029, further bumped up the capacity of storage projects.

Is Poland a key player in Europe's energy storage sector?

Poland is emerging as a significant player in Europe's energy storage sector. The recent capacity market auctions in December 2024 highlighted a substantial shift towards BESS, with approximately 2.5 GW secured by new generation capacity market units, predominantly Li-ion energy storage projects.