Where is the largest battery energy storage system in Europe?

The largest battery energy storage system in mainland Europe has gone live in Belgium, as Sungrow and ENGIE completed the first 400MWh phase of the 200MW/800MWh Vilvoorde project. Project: ENGIE Vilvoorde Battery Energy Storage System Capacity: 200MW / 800MWh (400MWh Phase 1 online) Location: Vilvoorde, Belgium

Why is battery storage important for Belgium's energy transition?

Upon completion of the second 400MWh phase by the end of 2025, the entire installation will be providing clean, stable power for about 96,000 homes and helping stabilize Belgium’s power grid. Battery storage is one of the most vital, yet too often overlooked, pieces of the energy transition jigsaw,” said Moritz Rolf, Sungrow Europe Vice President.

What is bstor & Energy Solutions Group doing in Belgium?

BSTOR and Energy Solutions Group have started building BESS projects totalling 440MWh of capacity in Belgium, using Tesla Megapacks.

How much battery storage does Belgium have?

Belgium’s battery storage buildout remains modest relative to peer nations. As of 2023, the country had under 200 MWh of operational large-scale battery capacity, compared to over 2 GWh in the UK and more than 1 GWh in Germany.

Is Belgium a good place to invest in battery storage?

Belgium is one of the most active and mature grid-scale energy storage markets in Europe, with diversified opportunities for monetising battery storage via flexibility markets and a supportive regulatory regime.

What is the D-Stor battery storage project in Belgium?

A digital illustration of the D-STOR battery storage project in Belgium. Image: BSTOR. Project owners BSTOR and Energy Solutions Group have started building separate BESS projects totalling 440MWh of capacity in Belgium, following financial close, both of which will use Tesla Megapacks.