We''re excited to take an important step in Switzerland''s energy transition together with Primeo Energie. In Kappel, in the canton of Solothurn, one of the largest battery storage systems in Switzerland is currently under construction, with a
Our research activities are undertaken in the frame of concrete projects addressing specific needs of the industry or authorities. Examples of past and ongoing projects are provided below.
Switzerland is expanding rules for rooftop solar, energy storage, and energy communities to expand self-consumption and ease pressure on the grid. The new regulations,
As such, we''re providing this "Cheat Sheet for Energy Storage Finance" based on our work as buy-side and sell-side investment bankers experienced in both energy storage venture capital and project finance. I''m also including some
The grid-tied battery energy storage system (BESS) can serve various applications [1], with the US Department of Energy and the Electric Power Research Institute
The Grid-Tied Energy Storage System market report provides a detailed analysis of global market size, regional and country-level market size, segmentation market growth, market share,
This Practice Note discusses changes to financing structures for battery storage projects after the enactment of the Inflation Reduction Act. This Note also discusses the fixed and variable
Two main reasons explain the rate of growth of pumped storage in the country. In China, storage assets are considered as grid assets, and therefore are largely developed and managed by
Switzerland''s Federal Council adopted the national hydrogen strategy the same day that Axpo and its partners broke ground on the site of a new hydrogen production plant to
The remaining components of a PV system are collectively referred to as the balance of system (BOS). The BOS includes the mounting structure, wiring, switches, and a metering apparatus
According to GoBeSolar, this price includes equipment, installation, permits, and basic monitoring for a grid-tied system without battery storage. The average cost per watt is
A utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) asset owner, project developer, and independent power provider focused on delivering critical power grid stability.
The International Energy Agency (IEA) projects a sixfold increase in global storage capacity by 2030 1, with commercial and industrial systems alone expected to surge
The financing mechanisms for onsite renewable generation, energy storage, and energy eficiency projects include a spectrum of options ranging from traditional to specialized.
Grid projects often take 15 years or more from project planning to implementation. This is hampering the transformation of the energy system and Switzerland''s
In developing markets, the emphasis is on using smart grid technologies to expand energy access and promote sustainable development. Innovative financing models,
A grid-tied solar power system that is also connected to the grid and has battery-backup or storage system. If your business or home is considering solar but you absolutely can''t suffer an outage, a grid-tied solar system with a battery
Swiss Economics was commissioned by the Swiss Federal Office of Energy to calculate the WACC for the year 2026 for electricity grids and renewables according to the requirements of
A grid-tied electrical system, also called tied to grid or grid tie system, is a semi-autonomous electrical generation or grid energy storage system which links to the mains to feed excess
More and more grid-tied PV systems are now equipped with a battery storage. The objective of such hybrid systems may be quite different from case to case. As examples: - For "purists" of
(IN BRIEF) Lion Storage, a Dutch energy storage developer, has reached financial close on the Mufasa project, set to become one of Europe''s largest battery energy
Discover how grid-tied solar systems work, their advantages and why they''re popular for homeowners and businesses looking to harness solar energy efficiently.
Avadis Investment Foundation is buying a BESS project in Switzerland which could be the country''s largest when it comes online in 2027.
According to MW Storage, the project is a "purely privately financed initiative," and has been "implemented without public assistance and free of subsidies". A Swiss investment foundation and two local banks financed the
A render of the technology and data centre in Switzerland. Image: FlexBase Group. FlexBase Group will start construction on a data centre plus 800MW/1,600MWh flow battery in Switzerland imminently, the firm
Off-grid solar projects offer a range of financing options, each with its own set of benefits and requirements. To determine which options are best for your specific project, it''s essential to research government incentives, rebates, and loans.
Globally the energy storage market is growing at a substantial rate as battery technology is highly versatile, scalable, expandable, and can successfully be coupled with renewable energy generation solutions such as Solar PV
Hello there! I have an Enphase system on our home with microinverters and no storage - Any excess power is sold back to the utility.. We had net metering until a year or two
Switzerland envisions green hydrogen as a vital component of its transition to a climate-neutral and sustainable energy system by 2050. By producing hydrogen from renewable and CO₂
Battery energy storage system Tehachapi Energy Storage Project, Tehachapi, California A battery energy storage system (BESS), battery storage power station, battery energy grid storage
Furthermore, the cost of energy storage equipment has been declining in recent years, making grid-tied systems more affordable than ever before. The cost of maintenance and upkeep for grid-tied systems is typically lower than for
(IN BRIEF) Lion Storage, a Dutch energy storage developer, has reached financial close on the Mufasa project, set to become one of Europe''s largest battery energy storage systems (BESS). With a storage capacity of
Foreword As part of the U.S. Department of Energy''s (DOE''s) Energy Storage Grand Challenge (ESGC), DOE intends to synthesize and disseminate best-available energy storage data,
The grid development process in Switzerland is governed by the provisions of the Federal Act on the Renovation and Expansion of the Grids («Electricity Grid Strategy»). The relevant provisions are found in particular in the Electricity Supply Act (Article 9a-d StromVG).
The Swiss transmission grid, which is like a network of «electricity highways», has an important role to play. As the backbone of a secure supply of electricity, it makes a key contribution to achieving the goals of the Energy Strategy 2050. Switzerland’s electricity system is in the midst of the greatest upheaval in its successful history.
“The new regulations encourage the temporary storage of solar production peaks, which helps relieve the electricity grids,” said Swissolar. Switzerland installed approximately 1.78 GW of new PV capacity in 2024, according to provisional figures from Swissolar.
In grid planning, Swissgrid can only take into account the potential for flexibility offered by artificial intelligence, decentralised consumption control and smart peak shaving in photovoltaic and wind production if it can be activated and used by Swissgrid at any time.
The Swiss Federal Council has adopted a second set of ordinances to implement the Federal Act on a Secure Electricity Supply from Renewable Energy Sources. The new regulations, set to take effect on Jan. 1, 2026, cover energy communities and minimum remuneration.
The grid and secure grid operations are fundamental prerequisites for prosperity and high quality of life in Switzerland. From healthcare and business to individual households, our modern society depends on electricity being available at all times, even in the most remote locations.
