Is the Czech Republic ready for pumped-storage hydroelectric power plants?

Bulk energy storage is currently dominated by hydroelectric dams, both conventional as well as pumped. There are six localities considered for new pumped-storage hydroelectric power plants in the Czech Republic but public acceptance presents a challenge. Front-of-meter installations in the Czech Republic are mired in regulations.

How much does electricity cost in Czechia?

A paid subscription is required for full access. The average wholesale electricity price for the month of April 2025 in Czechia stood at 79.9 euros per megawatt-hour. In August 2022, the country recorded a peak in electricity prices of 477 euros per megawatt-hour. Get notified via email when this statistic is updated. *Provisional figure.

How has the energy crisis impacted the Czech Republic?

With coal dominating the energy mix, the Czech Republic has traditionally enjoyed low electricity prices and a steady supply of domestic fuel. However, the recent energy crisis, together with pressure from stakeholders and regulatory bodies to decarbonise, has triggered an unprecedented shift in the country’s energy market.

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.

What are end-customer electricity bills in the Czech Republic?

End-customer electricity bills in the Czech Republic include a non-regulated “energy” price plus several regulated fees and taxes. In practice the bill breaks down into: Commodity price (silová elektřina): The base price of electricity per kWh (non-regulated).

Why is Czech energy-accumulation so expensive?

According the report, the main reason is the regulatory framework biased in favor of classical energy models. The Czech Republic is no exception. It is fair to say that none of available energy-accumulation technology is perfect yet, and cost-effectiveness can be reached under specific conditions only.