Bpifrance has launched a call for projects to encourage and support research and innovation in batteries in line with its ambition to support entrepreneurs towards a more sustainable development. Transition towards clean energies also brings innovations in energy storage, including in batteries.
The news was released by Bloomberg this morning. Leading battery storage developer Harmony Energy is set to deliver France’s largest battery energy storage system (BESS)—the Cheviré battery project – using Tesla Megapack technology.
The 100 MW project is announced as the first large-scale, two-hour duration battery in France. The project will employ Tesla Megapack and Autobidder technology. From ESS News UK-based renewables developer Harmony Energy is looking to deliver France’s largest battery energy storage system (BESS)—the Cheviré project – using Tesla Megapack technology.
In this context, Bpifrance has launched a series of initiatives since 2018, leading to the emergence of two major battery factory projects for the automotive sector, notably in the frame of the European cooperative programme IPCEI “Batteries”.
“Batteries Innovative solutions and technologies” is running until January 2023. Taken on the behalf of the French government, as part of the France Relance plan, this initiative operated by Bpifrance will support research, innovation in batteries and systems.
The 100 MW project will mark a significant milestone for the French energy system, being the nation’s first large-scale two-hour battery, the developer said. Construction is set to begin shortly, and the system is expected to be fully operational in winter 2025.