150 million euros are coming from Brussels. The first energy storage scheme proposed by Romania has been approved
Romania will receive 150 million euros for the development of electricity storage capacities in batteries, after the support scheme proposed by the authorities was approved by the European Commission.
Romania receives 150 million euros for energy storage systems. PHOTO: Shutterstock
The European Commission has approved a support scheme notified by Romania, worth 150 million euros (approximately 764 million lei), intended for the development of electricity storage capacities. The initiative is part of the “Clean Industry Pact” objectives and aims to accelerate the energy transition towards a climate-neutral economy.
The scheme was assessed and approved under the state aid framework established in the context of this pact, known as the State aid framework in the context of the Clean Industry Pact (CISAF), adopted by the Commission on 25 June 2025, according to the official statement of the European forum.
According to the European authorities, the program represents the first scheme notified by Romania within this mechanism.
The Executive Vice-President of the Commission for a clean, fair and competitive transition, Teresa Ribera, underlined the importance of the investment for the European energy system and for the development of green energy.
“This is the first scheme notified by Romania within CISAF. It will contribute to the implementation of a new electricity storage capacity, which is a key factor for the large-scale integration of energy from renewable sources into the energy mix. The measure will contribute to the supply of cleaner, safer and more resilient electricity, in line with the EU's climate objectives and the Clean Industry Pact”, the European official said.
Through this scheme, Romania aims to support the installation of new electricity storage systems with a total capacity of at least 2,174 MWh, which will allow a more efficient integration of variable renewable sources (for example, solar or wind energy) into the national energy system.
The financial support will be given in the form of investment aids consisting of direct grants for the installation of autonomous battery energy storage systems. Beneficiaries will be selected through a competitive award procedure, designed to ensure the efficient use of funds.
Following the evaluation, the European Commission concluded that the scheme complies with the conditions set out in CISAF. The aid will be granted based on a program with budget and estimated volume, through a competitive procedure, and its implementation must be carried out before December 31, 2030.
