Is Romania a promising battery market in southeastern Europe?

With roughly 100 MW of operational capacity — mostly pilot projects run by a few companies — the market is still nascent. Yet Romania now is one of the most promising battery capacity market in Southeastern Europe, said Filippos Falieros, Advisory Project Leader with Aurora Energy Research. What sets Romania apart is not infrastructure, but timing.

What is Romania's largest battery project?

Leading the development is Nova Power & Gas, part of the Romanian E-Infra Group, which has unveiled plans for the nation’s largest battery project to date. The company will build a 400 MWh facility in Florești, Cluj county, which is expected to be operational by the end of 2025.

Is Romania's battery storage market ready for takeoff?

Romania’s battery storage market is gaining momentum, but it’s not yet ready for takeoff. A recent Aurora Energy Research report reveals strong investor interest and promising early projects, but also highlights some regulatory gaps and unclear market access.

How much storage capacity will Romania have in 2025?

This single project will double Romania’s current installed storage capacity of 398.8 MWh, a figure that comes from transmission system operator Transelectrica, and mentioned by Romania’s energy minister Sebastian Burduja in April, 2025.

Does Romania have a double taxation of stored electricity?

Romania’s National Energy Regulatory Authority (ANRE) recently eliminated the double taxation of stored electricity. The new rules exempt electricity stored and then reinjected into the grid from several tariffs, removing a significant financial barrier for investors.