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‘Moment of truth’: The 2026 regulatory agenda for large battery storage in Germany

Key Takeaway

Developers and large consumers should closely monitor Germany's 2026 regulatory developments for battery storage, as they will define future investment opportunities and market conditions.

AI Summary

  • Germany's Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) market is currently booming but is still significantly undersized for the country's energy transition requirements.
  • The year 2026 is highlighted as a pivotal period for the German BESS market, with expectations for clarification on several key regulatory questions.
  • Upcoming regulatory clarity will be crucial for developers and large power consumers planning investments in or deployment of large-scale battery storage projects in Germany.

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Germany's BESS market is booming but is still far behind what it is needed for its energy transition. 2026 will be a key year in this regard with several key regulatory questions potentially clarified, writes energy transition comms executive Frederik König.