Europe accelerates renewable energy growth: 89 GW of energy storage

As Europe continues its transition to a more sustainable and resilient energy system, energy storage remains a critical enabler of renewable energy expansion. The report underscores

Energy storage remains ''significantly underutilised'' in EU

The report, ''Overview of Energy Storage Deployment in Europe,'' details the accelerating growth of adoption across a variety of technologies, including mechanical pumped hydro and

Europe set to hit 100 GW of energy storage, with more than 115

With storage capacity forecast to grow by a further 115% by 2030, this will play a crucial role in Europe''s energy transition, creating more space for renewables on the grid. Since 2020,

The EU needs an Action Plan on Energy Storage | Energy Storage

The Energy Storage Coalition urges the European Commission to develop an Action Plan on Energy Storage, providing much-needed regulatory clarity and supporting Member States in

Energy storage

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

Europe''s energy storage fleet reaches 89 GW and is set to nearly

The 2030 outlook foresees total energy storage capacity in Europe exceeding 160 GW, driven significantly by front-of-the-meter (FoM) installations. This segment experienced setbacks in

In focus: Supercharging the transition with energy storage solutions

As we decarbonise our economy, the electrification rate needs to pick up significantly, and so will demand for storage solutions. While renewable energy sources can''t be depleted in the

Energy Storage Europe | The Unified Voice of Energy Storage

Energy Storage Europe is actively shaping the legal and R&D funding framework for energy storage at EU level. Members gain direct influence in the European decision-making process.

EU: mixed progress in implementing energy storage strategies

European Union countries have made limited progress on energy storage deployment and electricity network flexibility recommendations.

European Energy Storage Inventory | JRC SES

This section outlines key EU projects, initiatives, and market trends in energy storage, highlighting efforts to integrate renewables, enhance grid stability, and support the clean energy transition.