– TotalEnergies is developing a battery project in Belgium to help manage grid congestion problems
– The project will have a power rating of 25MW and a capacity of 75MWh
– The project represents a global investment of nearly €70 million and will bring TotalEnergies’ storage capacity in Belgium to 50MW / 150MWh
French energy company TotalEnergies has announced a battery project in Belgium, using lithium-ion containers supplied by Saft. The project, with a power rating of 25MW and capacity of 75MWh, will help manage grid congestion issues and is expected to start up by the end of 2025. This, along with the Antwerp project, represents a €70 million investment and will increase TotalEnergies’ storage capacity in Belgium to 50MW / 150MWh.
TotalEnergies plays a significant role in the Belgian electricity value chain, with 900,000 customers and over 10,000 charging points for electric vehicles in operation across the country. The company also operates recharging points in major cities such as Antwerp, Brussels, and Ghent. In terms of electricity production, TotalEnergies relies on a CCGT power plant, hydroelectric storage, and offshore wind farm. They are also developing solar and onshore wind projects with a portfolio of 300MW.
TotalEnergies’ new battery storage projects in Feluy and Antwerp support the growth of renewable energies in Belgium and help address grid congestion issues, showcasing the company’s commitment to integrated electricity development. The projects highlight Saft’s expertise in battery production and reaffirm TotalEnergies’ position as a key player in the European energy sector.