How many MW of battery energy storage in Argentina?

Argentina’s government said on Monday it has awarded contracts for 667 MW of capacity in its first tender dedicated to battery energy storage systems (BESS), exceeding its original 500-MW target by about 30%. Energy storage battery. Photo by Anna Vasileva

Does Argentina have a battery storage tender?

Argentina has opened a $500 million battery storage tender aimed at adding 500 MW of new energy storage capacity in the Buenos Aires metropolitan area. The AlmaGBA program, managed by CAMMESA, offers long-term contracts with fixed payments and financial guarantees to attract developers.

What does Argentina's 1.3 GW battery storage tender mean for Latin America?

Argentina’s 1.3 GW battery storage tender marks a transformative leap toward grid resilience and clean energy leadership in Latin America.

Can battery energy storage modernize the grid in Argentina?

The Argentina’s ambitious push toward grid modernization through battery energy storage has received an enthusiastic response, with CAMMESA (Compañía Administradora del Mercado Mayorista Eléctrico) confirming the submission of 27 project proposals from 15 companies under its AlmaGBA program.

Why is Argentina a good stance on energy storage?

In Argentina, the stance provides a good lesson to the European stakeholders, especially in the commercial and industrial segments of energy storage. Emerging markets can present both local and foreign players by developing tenders that are investment appropriate and clear technically and financially secured.

Will Argentina integrate new electricity storage infrastructure into urban distribution networks?

This national and international open call, part of Resolution SE 67/2025, marks Argentina’s first large-scale effort to integrate new electricity storage infrastructure into urban distribution networks.