How will the selected storage systems be distributed in Bulgaria?
The selected storage systems will be geographically distributed across Bulgaria and connected either to the national transmission grid or local distribution networks. All awarded projects must be operational by March .
How much money does the NRRP provide for energy projects in Bulgaria?
Under the RESTORE initiative, launched through Bulgaria’s National Recovery and Resilience Plan (NRRP), the Ministry of Energy has selected 82 projects that will collectively receive BGN 1.15 billion (approximately $675 million) in public funding.
How many MWh will a new energy storage project deliver?
The selected projects will deliver a total usable energy storage capacity of 9,712.89 MWh, the Ministry of Energy said on April 17, more than three times the minimum target of 3 GWh originally set by the tender. The deadline for submission of project proposals was December 5, .
Will a battery energy storage system be integrated with renewable electricity plants?
Bulgaria already held the first two tenders for battery energy storage systems (BESS) that would be integrated with renewable electricity plants. Earlier this month, Renalfa IPP has started the commercial operation of its first utility-scale battery energy storage system.
What is the deadline for submitting project proposals in Bulgaria?
The deadline for submission of project proposals was December 5, . The Bulgarian Ministry of Energy announced on December 6 that it has received 151 project proposals worth nearly BGN 5 billion, which far exceeded the available funding of BGN 1.154 billion. Of the submitted proposals, 118 projects—totaling BGN 1.6 billion—were shortlisted.
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