Rotterdam Netherlands RV solar container battery

Why is battery storage important for the Dutch electricity system?

This will provide more flexibility for the Dutch electricity system when the battery is put into operation in 2027. Battery storage enables electricity to be stored when there is more available than is needed, for example when a lot of solar and wind energy is generated.

Who is responsible for battery development in the Netherlands?

Enecogen is responsible for maintenance and operations. The EP NL and Eneco trading departments control the battery. Batteries are indispensable and acceleration is necessary Batteries are indispensable for the energy transition. Yet the development of battery projects in the Netherlands lags behind that in other countries.

Does Eneco have a battery in the Netherlands?

At the same time, it''s a shame that this is only Eneco''s first own battery in the Netherlands. We are still miles away from achieving the battery capacity required in the Netherlands to prevent power shortages and grid congestion, as well as reducing emissions from our energy system sufficiently.

Should the Netherlands apply an exemption from the net tariff for batteries?

Therefore, the Netherlands should apply an exemption from the net tariff for batteries, as they do in Germany and Belgium. “It''s fantastic that we can invest in this new battery, which is a breakthrough after years of development. At the same time, it''s a shame that this is only Eneco''s first own battery in the Netherlands.