Recording of Wednesday, May 07, 2025 | The smarter E Europe Conferences 2025 | Language: English | Duration: 4:49 .

Experts Debate the Future of Battery Energy Storage Systems in Hybrid PV Power Plants Session

The session "Hybrid PV Power Plants II" is introduced by Eric Wirth from Fraunhofer IEC, focusing on photovoltaic (PV) technology and its unexpected growth likened to a "black swan," an economic term for rare events with significant impact. Over the past 14 years, PV has experienced a 25% compound annual growth rate. The discussion also highlights Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), questioning whether they might become another transformative force in the energy sector akin to PV's rise. Despite initial skepticism among attendees—only about 10% believe BESS will be similarly impactful—the session aims to explore this potential through expert presentations and discussions. Claudia Günther from Aurora takes the stage next; she leads research teams focused on Northwestern Europe’s power market outlooks and strategic studies related to energy transition topics like electricity market design, decarbonization of power sectors, and renewable energy integration. This sets up an engaging dialogue around future trends in hybrid solar technologies and storage solutions.

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Speaker

Dr. Harry Wirth
Director, Division Power Solutions
Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems ISE
Germany

Talk of session: Hybrid PV Power Plants II: Business Models, Economics & Case Studies

The profitability of hybrid PV power plants has improved significantly. In addition to steep cost declines in solar and storage solutions, evolving policy frameworks support a variety of business models for hybrid PV power plants to address flexibility needs. This includes merchant markets, PPAs, grid services and contracts for difference. In addition, some companies are requesting a 24/7 renewable energy supply that matches hourly supply and demand. This session will provide: Economic viability analysis of hybrid PV power plants Overview of viable business models for hybrid solar projects Case studies showcasing different technology combinations and market offerings Update on 24/7 renewable energy matching

Further Talks of this session:

Economics of Hybrid Solar and BESS in Germany

Speaker

Claudia Günther
Research Lead Northwestern Europe
Aurora Energy Research
Germany

To Talk

Impacts and Challenges of Flexible Hybrid Systems in Solar Plant Design Optimization and Yield Assessment

Speaker

Eduard Foved Johe
Yield Assessment and Performance Manager
Engie
Spain

To Talk

Unlocking Co-grid Potential: Addressing Grid Connection Scarcity Through Integrated RES + BESS

Speaker

Christian Folke
Head of Technology & Innovation
Uniper
Germany

To Talk

Lessons Learned With Hybrid Power Plants

Speaker

Claus Wattendrup
CEO
Vattenfall
Netherlands

To Talk

Battery Storage in Co-locations: Turning Negative Prices Into Revenue Opportunities

Speaker

Kai Becker
Chief Development Officer
Energy2Market
Germany

To Talk

Panel Discussion

Speaker

To Talk