Eastern Europe Energy Storage Projects 2025

When is Energy Storage Summit Central Eastern Europe 2025?

The Energy Storage Summit Central Eastern Europe 2025 will take place in Warsaw from September 23-24, 2025. Organized by Informa Markets, this event will gather over 250 industry leaders to discuss the latest trends and opportunities in energy storage across the region.

What will the European storage market look like in 2025?

In 2025, large-scale storage systems are predicted to become the driving force behind the European market and could trigger average annual growth of around 40 percent. Further acceleration in market growth is projected by 2029. Depending on the scenario, the annual new installations could reach the following capacities:

How big is energy storage in Europe in 2024?

Pumped-hydro storage (PHS) dominated the market, accounting for 53 GW of total capacity. Meanwhile, electrochemical storage reached 35 GW, with many installations in homes and businesses. Large-scale thermal projects accounted for around 1 GW. The rate of energy storage adoption varied across European countries in 2024. Image: EASE

What is the European energy storage inventory?

In March 2025, the Commission launched the European Energy Storage Inventory, a real-time dashboard that displays energy storage levels across different European countries. It is the first European-level tool of its kind and offers energy storage data across a full range of technologies.

Why is energy storage growing so fast in Europe?

The fleet of energy storage projects in Europe, including both pumped hydro and battery energy storage systems of all sizes, is expanding rapidly. This growth is set to continue at a strong pace through 2030, fueled by technological advancements, supportive policies, and other key factors.

Will battery storage capacity increase in Europe in 2025?

Battery storage capacity in Europe is expected to expand significantly in 2025. Newly installed capacity is set to increase to 29.7 GWh – a rise of 36 percent compared to 2024. Market shares, in turn, are shifting significantly.