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New German allowances give further boosts for plug-in PV and storage
Germany’s revised VDE standard enables simplified registration of larger plug-in photovoltaic systems and storage, effectively removing previous capacity limits for self-installation and paving the way for high-capacity battery integration.
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BBDF: German network agency says framework for BESS grid fees coming soon
The Federal Network Agency plans to present a framework for the future network fee system at the end of May 2026. Battery Business Development Forum guests hear how grid fees might interact with flexible connection agreements debate, and the potential consequences for battery energy storage system (BESS) returns.
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Philippines mandates energy storage for renewables plants over 10 MW
Department of Energy (DOE) order sets out new rules for mandatory energy storage, including a minimum capacity of at least 20% of the generating plant’s installed capacity. DOE also calls for energy storage systems (ESS) installations to have grid supporting capabilities, such as grid-forming inverters to help stabilize voltage and frequency.
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Germany’s grid-fee reform threatens energy storage investment
Energy storage systems are indispensable for the German energy system. They increase security of supply, reduce energy costs, and support efficient grid operation. However, investment security is at risk. The AgNes grid fee reform and the elimination of the exemption from grid fees for storage systems are causing investors to hesitate and projects to stall.
Wooderson hybrid 3.6 GWh DC-coupled storage project gets go ahead in Australia
The Wooderson project combines 450 MW of solar PV and 3.6 GWh of battery energy storage (BESS) with an eight hour capacity on a DC-coupled setup. It is one of a series of similar large-scale projects undergoing environmental assessment in Australia at the moment.
Italy’s new energy provisions could boost gas use, undermine renewables and storage competitiveness
Italy’s new energy decree aims to cut consumer electricity bills, but industry experts warn it could slash solar revenues by over 30%, slow the PPA and battery storage markets, and increase gas-fired generation. The measure also raises regulatory and state aid concerns, potentially making the Italian electricity market riskier for investors.
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Too many batteries, not enough grid: Germany’s battery storage sector wants fixes for connection waits
A forum in Germany saw the coming together of the battery storage industry which is pushing for multiple changes to a system that is seeing the utility-scale sectore stuck at what they see as an unsatisfactory slow pace for obtaining grid connections.
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