Polish quality energy storage battery cost-effectiveness

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.

How many MW rated energy storage systems are there in Poland?

The capacity obligations for these projects ranged from 1.2 MW to 153 MW rated power, with an average capacity of around 30 MW. The decision to reduce the de-rating factor for energy storage systems in the last capacity market auction in Poland from 95 percent to 61 percent did not prove detrimental to the market.

Does Europe run on Polish lithium-ion batteries?

We are pleased to present our report titled “Europe Runs on Polish Lithium-Ion Batteries: The Potential of the Battery Sector in Poland and the CEE Region”. This report was developed with substantial support from market leaders and stakeholders in Poland and Slovakia.

What is the value of battery exports in Poland?

The value of exports in the battery sector increased 38-fold over the last six years from around PLN 1 billion (EUR 0.21 billion) in 2017 to over PLN 38 billion (EUR 8.24 billion) in 2022. Poland is the leader of the lithium-ion battery supply chain in Europe and will maintain this position until at least 2027.

Why is it so difficult to develop a battery industry in Poland?

It is a challenging task as there are many competitors, given Poland's status as the largest battery exporter in the EU. To leverage the potential of our academia, we require additional public funding. Typically, the EU and the private sector fund the development of new technologies and research, but this approach should be re-evaluated.

Is there a shortage of batteries in Poland?

As the market for these batteries continues to grow, it presents significant opportunities not only in Poland, but globally as well. Amidst the ongoing crisis, there is an evident shortage of employees across all sectors. The scarcity of skilled professionals with experience in batteries is a significant concern. The hunt for talent is intense.