Greece is moving to accelerate the development of standalone battery storage projects by launching a fast-track evaluation process for applications submitted under a 4.7 GW market-based tender. The initiative reflects a strong push to modernize energy infrastructure and support grid flexibility.
A newly established committee has begun reviewing proposals to quickly identify projects ready for implementation. The body includes representatives from ADMIE and DEDDIE, ensuring coordination across both transmission and distribution networks, which is seen as crucial for efficient project integration.
The first phase will focus on approximately 2 GW of capacity, with preliminary rankings expected by June. Around 900 MW is intended for connection to the distribution network, while about 1.1 GW will be linked to the transmission system, marking a balanced allocation across grid levels.
The evaluation process begins by aligning project submissions from the Ministry of Environment and Energy with those held by network operators. After confirming that applications meet formal requirements, eligible projects will move to prioritization based on tender criteria. On the distribution side, DEDDIE will assess hundreds of proposals totaling more than 2 GW, while ADMIE will initially review a subset of transmission projects grouped by technical criteria, highlighting intense competition and high investor interest.
Finalizing the first ranking lists in the coming weeks is expected to unlock grid connection approvals for the initial projects. The remaining pipeline, totaling around 2.7 GW, will be assessed later once additional technical parameters are defined, ensuring a structured and phased rollout of battery storage capacity.
