Expected ROI of sodium ion battery storage project in Bulgaria 2030

What is a Technology Strategy assessment on sodium batteries?

This technology strategy assessment on sodium batteries, released as part of the Long-Duration Storage Shot, contains the findings from the Storage Innovations (SI) 2030 strategic initiative.

How much battery energy Storge capacity does Bulgaria have?

Bulgaria has installed between 40 MWh and 50 MWh of battery energy storge capacity to date. However, new national legislation as well as funds provided through the European Union’s Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF) could add another 1 GWh of storage capacity over the next two years.

How much money does the Bulgarian Energy Ministry provide for energy storage?

The Bulgarian Energy Ministry opened a tender procedure for supply of energy storage on August 21, 2024. The procedure aims to provide funding for construction and implementation of a 3,000 MWh stand-alone battery storage facility. The total amount of the grant that can be provided under the procedure is €590 million ($ 536 million).

What can boost battery storage in Bulgaria?

Another development that can boost battery storage in Bulgaria is a recent update of national legislation to include battery energy storage systems as a component of the grid.

What ration & innovation is needed for battery 2030+?

ration and innovationFor BATTERY 2030+ being able to achieve the ambitious goals laid out in this roadmap, research within the initiative – and beyond – must meet the highest standards in terms of data generation, data processing, data storage, data exchange a

Will lithium-ion batteries become more expensive in 2030?

According to some projections, by 2030, the cost of lithium-ion batteries could decrease by an additional 30–40%, driven by technological advancements and increased production. This trend is expected to open up new markets and applications for battery storage, further driving economic viability.