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Is Armenia developing a battery storage project?

Currently, Armenia is in the initial stages of developing a pilot project on battery storage, with plans for a utility-scale project with an estimated installed storage capacity of 1,200 MWh to be tendered in the coming years.

Does Armenia have a surplus electricity sector?

The Armenian electrical energy sector has had a surplus capacity ever since emerging from a severe post-Soviet crisis in the mid-1990s, thanks to the reopening of the Metsamor Nuclear Power Plant, which was built in 1979 and supplies over 40% of the country's electricity.

What are the options for development of the energy sector in Armenia?

During the study, two options for the development of the energy sector of Armenia were considered: The use of both TPPs and NPPs. It was decided that the second option for development of the energy sector was preferable, taking into account the criteria of energy safety and energy independence, as well as environmental and social considerations.

How did Armenia reform its energy sector?

After enduring a severe energy crisis in the mid-1990s, Armenia initiated substantial reforms in its energy sector. Partial privatization, restructuring of company ownership, and the introduction of cost-reflective tariffs were implemented.

Does Armenia have an oil market?

The less relevant oil markets are fully privatized and liberalized. Armenia relies heavily on natural gas to fuel its economy, constituting 61% of its total primary energy supply, followed by nuclear energy (18%) and oil products (14%). Energy consumption is primarily concentrated in the household (34%) and transport (30%) sectors.

Does Armenia have a gas market?

However, the gas market remains vertically integrated and monopolized by Gazprom Armenia. The less relevant oil markets are fully privatized and liberalized. Armenia relies heavily on natural gas to fuel its economy, constituting 61% of its total primary energy supply, followed by nuclear energy (18%) and oil products (14%).