What type of electricity storage is used in Czech Republic?

Batteries and thermal energy storage are the two most commonly used methods of electricity storage for households in the CzechRepublic. 2. What electricity storage projects are anticipated in your jurisdiction in coming years?

Will a battery storage system help Czech companies achieve net zero?

The high penetration of renewable generation projects in the region could deliver a large amount of clean energy and really accelerate the journey to net zero, but at the moment Czech companies are not in a position to reap the full benefits of solar and other renewable energy sources. To do so, battery storage will be essential.

Does the Czech government provide subsidies for electricity storage?

However, the Czech government provides subsidies to household projects consisting of photovoltaic panels with electricity storage systems. Batteries and thermal energy storage are the two most commonly used methods of electricity storage for households in the CzechRepublic. 2.

Is there a future for energy storage in the Czech Republic?

Despite the ongoing discussions, there is no significant development in the area of energy storage. In 2015, the Czech Government adopted the National Action Plan for Smart Grids (“NAPSG”) prepared by the Ministry of Industry and Trade under principles set out in the update of the State Energy Concept, which was also introduced in 2015.

Why are Czech businesses investing in renewable projects without subsidies?

The subsidy increases to cover up to 75% of costs for community projects. But what we noticed at Wattstor is that Czech businesses are investing in renewable projects even in the absence of subsidies, because they have realised the strong business case for generating clean energy on site.

Is there a legal framework for electricity storage?

As indicated above, there is no specific legal framework for electricity storage, except for the existing pumped hydro storage projects. The study undertaken pursuant to NAPSG will be prepared by the end of 2016. However, no significant development of energy storage projects (save for domestic projects) is expected until the end of 2020.