Europe’s energy storage capacity on track to pass 100 GW
LCP Delta and Energy Storage Europe say installed storage capacity across the European Union, the United Kingdom, Norway, and Switzerland will exceed 100 GW this month, with battery systems driving the fastest growth.
Romania advances municipal storage buildout, 500 MWh battery project
Romania’s new €150 million ($173.8 million) municipal storage program could add 385 MW of capacity and coincides with financing for one of the country’s largest standalone battery projects, according to the government.
California legislation sets new safety standards for battery storage
TWAICE says California’s Senate Bill 283 will shift developers’ focus from hardware redesign to proactive documentation and data-driven safety compliance.
IFC plans investment in 97 Nigerian minigrids
International Finance Corp. (IFC) plans up to $16 million in financing for Nigerian developer Virtuitis to build and operate 97 solar minigrids, connecting more than 140,000 off-grid consumers by 2027.
AlphaESS launches all-in-one storage systems for C&I applications
Chinese energy storage manufacturer AlphaESS says its new Storion-H30-G3 and Storion-H50-G3 systems combine full integration, higher efficiency, and modular scalability to improve project safety and returns for commercial and industrial (C&I) users.
Australia’s PowerCap enters US with sodium-ion batteries
Australia’s PowerCap has entered the US market with its sodium-ion stationary storage systems and plans to build a manufacturing facility to serve customers across the Americas.
Armenia hits 1 GW solar milestone
Armenia’s installed solar capacity has reached 1 GW, and the government is likely to replace its subsidy program for standalone solar projects with one focused on hybrid and storage systems, according to the nation’s infrastructure ministry.
Unigrid expands sodium-ion battery output via Asian foundries
US–based Unigrid has expanded sodium-ion battery production to 100 MWh a year through contract manufacturing in Asia, with a 1 GWh target for 2026.
Saft to supply 356 MWh battery storage project in Taiwan
French energy storage specialist Saft says it will provide 356 MWh of containerized batteries to a project in Taiwan, raising its total capacity on the island to 630 MWh by 2026.
Chinese suppliers solidify control of Europe’s home battery market
Chinese manufacturers now dominate Europe’s residential storage sector, capturing more than 80% of installations as European companies lose ground amid falling prices and weak policy support.
