4 FAQs about European distributed energy storage application companies

What is the European energy storage inventory?

In March 2025, the Commission launched the European Energy Storage Inventory, a real-time dashboard that displays energy storage levels across different European countries. It is the first European-level tool of its kind and offers energy storage data across a full range of technologies.

Why is energy storage important in Europe?

In Europe, there is a growing consensus amongst policymakers that energy storage is crucial to securing affordable and low carbon energy. In May 2022, European Union launched their REPowerEU plan, a part of the European Green Deal, which mandates that 45% of Europe's energy generation needs to come from renewable sources by 2030.

How does energy storage work in the EU?

The main energy storage method in the EU is by far 'pumped storage hydropower', which works by pumping water into reservoirs when there is an electricity surplus in the grid - for example on a sunny or windy day - and releasing it when more energy is needed.

Where does SSE Renewables operate?

SSE Renewables operates across the United Kingdom, Ireland, Continental Europe, and Japan. ENGIE UK is a utility company and Independent Power Producer (IPP) specializing in renewable energy generation, flexible energy storage, and energy supply solutions for businesses.

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