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Enel Commissions 55 MW Solar+BESS Facility in Italy’s Piedmont Region
Enel has launched a major 55 MW solar integration project in Pian di Giorgio, combining photovoltaic arrays with a cutting-edge 39.5 MW Battery Energy Storage System (BESS). This hybrid installation accelerates Italy’s renewable transition while addressing grid stability challenges through advanced storage technology.
Strategic Hybrid Solution Delivers Reliable Clean Energy
The innovative facility demonstrates how hybrid solar systems can optimize renewable output. Its 64 GWh annual production powers approximately 11,000 Northern Italian homes while reducing CO2 emissions by 25,000 tonnes annually.
Technical Highlights
- 55 MW photovoltaic capacity
- 39.5 MW/20 MWh lithium-ion BESS
- 11,000 households served
- 25,000 tonnes annual CO2 reduction
Advanced Storage Enhances Grid Resilience
The project showcases how modern battery systems stabilize renewable integration by providing:
- Peak demand load-shifting
- Frequency regulation services
- Backup power capability
Supporting Italy’s Clean Energy Ambitions
Aligned with national targets including:
- 90% emission cuts by 2040
- 72% renewable penetration
- Coal phase-out commitments
Regional Expansion Plans
Enel plans to scale this model across Italy, leveraging renewable expansion financing to develop:
- 500 MW new solar by 2026
- 300 MW additional storage
- AI-driven grid optimization
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