Germany: TotalEnergies Pursues Growth in Electricity by Launching Six New Battery Storage Projects
TotalEnergies (TTE) announces the launch of 221 MW of new battery energy storage systems in Germany, representing a €160 million investment. The projects, developed by recently acquired Kyon Energy, will primarily use batteries from TotalEnergies' affiliate Saft.
Construction began in late 2024, with commissioning planned for early 2026. This initiative expands TTE's German electricity portfolio, which includes:
- 7 GW of onshore wind and solar in development
- 6.5 GW net of offshore wind in development
- 2 GW of storage capacity in development
- 9 GW of electricity aggregation capacity
- 6,900 charging points
The storage systems will enhance German power grid resilience and support renewable energy integration. This aligns with TotalEnergies' broader goal of achieving 35 GW of renewable capacity by 2025 and generating over 100 TWh of net electricity by 2030.
TotalEnergies (TTE) annuncia il lancio di 221 MW di nuovi sistemi di stoccaggio energetico a batteria in Germania, rappresentando un investimento di 160 milioni di euro. I progetti, sviluppati dalla recentemente acquisita Kyon Energy, utilizzeranno principalmente batterie della filiale di TotalEnergies, Saft.
I lavori di costruzione sono iniziati alla fine del 2024, con la messa in servizio prevista per l'inizio del 2026. Questa iniziativa espande il portafoglio elettrico tedesco di TTE, che include:
- 7 GW di energia eolica e solare onshore in fase di sviluppo
- 6,5 GW netti di energia eolica offshore in fase di sviluppo
- 2 GW di capacità di stoccaggio in fase di sviluppo
- 9 GW di capacità di aggregazione elettrica
- 6.900 punti di ricarica
I sistemi di stoccaggio miglioreranno la resilienza della rete elettrica tedesca e supporteranno l'integrazione delle energie rinnovabili. Questo si allinea con l'obiettivo più ampio di TotalEnergies di raggiungere 35 GW di capacità rinnovabile entro il 2025 e generare oltre 100 TWh di elettricità netta entro il 2030.
TotalEnergies (TTE) anuncia el lanzamiento de 221 MW de nuevos sistemas de almacenamiento de energía en batería en Alemania, lo que representa una inversión de 160 millones de euros. Los proyectos, desarrollados por Kyon Energy, recientemente adquirida, utilizarán principalmente baterías de la filial de TotalEnergies, Saft.
La construcción comenzó a finales de 2024, con la puesta en marcha prevista para principios de 2026. Esta iniciativa amplía el portafolio eléctrico de TTE en Alemania, que incluye:
- 7 GW de energía eólica y solar en desarrollo en tierra
- 6,5 GW netos de energía eólica marina en desarrollo
- 2 GW de capacidad de almacenamiento en desarrollo
- 9 GW de capacidad de agregación eléctrica
- 6,900 puntos de carga
Los sistemas de almacenamiento mejorarán la resiliencia de la red eléctrica alemana y apoyarán la integración de energías renovables. Esto se alinea con el objetivo más amplio de TotalEnergies de alcanzar 35 GW de capacidad renovable para 2025 y generar más de 100 TWh de electricidad neta para 2030.
TotalEnergies (TTE)는 독일에서 221 MW의 새로운 배터리 에너지 저장 시스템을 출시한다고 발표하며, 이는 1억 6천만 유로의 투자에 해당합니다. 최근 인수한 Kyon Energy가 개발한 이 프로젝트는 주로 TotalEnergies의 자회사인 Saft의 배터리를 사용할 것입니다.
건설은 2024년 말에 시작되며, 2026년 초에 가동될 예정입니다. 이 이니셔티브는 TTE의 독일 전력 포트폴리오를 확장하며, 여기에는:
- 개발 중인 육상 풍력 및 태양광 7 GW
- 개발 중인 해상 풍력 6.5 GW 순
- 개발 중인 저장 용량 2 GW
- 전력 집합 능력 9 GW
- 6,900개의 충전소
저장 시스템은 독일 전력망의 회복력을 강화하고 재생 가능 에너지 통합을 지원할 것입니다. 이는 TotalEnergies가 2025년까지 35 GW의 재생 가능 용량을 달성하고 2030년까지 100 TWh 이상의 순 전기를 생산하는 더 넓은 목표와 일치합니다.
TotalEnergies (TTE) annonce le lancement de 221 MW de nouveaux systèmes de stockage d'énergie par batterie en Allemagne, représentant un investissement de 160 millions d'euros. Les projets, développés par Kyon Energy, récemment acquis, utiliseront principalement des batteries de la filiale de TotalEnergies, Saft.
La construction a commencé fin 2024, avec une mise en service prévue pour début 2026. Cette initiative élargit le portefeuille électrique allemand de TTE, qui comprend:
- 7 GW d'énergie éolienne et solaire terrestre en développement
- 6,5 GW nets d'énergie éolienne offshore en développement
- 2 GW de capacité de stockage en développement
- 9 GW de capacité d'agrégation électrique
- 6 900 points de recharge
Les systèmes de stockage amélioreront la résilience du réseau électrique allemand et soutiendront l'intégration des énergies renouvelables. Cela s'inscrit dans l'objectif plus large de TotalEnergies d'atteindre 35 GW de capacité renouvelable d'ici 2025 et de générer plus de 100 TWh d'électricité nette d'ici 2030.
TotalEnergies (TTE) gibt den Start von 221 MW neuen Batteriespeichersystemen in Deutschland bekannt, was einer Investition von 160 Millionen Euro entspricht. Die Projekte, die von der kürzlich übernommenen Kyon Energy entwickelt wurden, werden hauptsächlich Batterien der Tochtergesellschaft Saft von TotalEnergies verwenden.
Der Bau begann Ende 2024, die Inbetriebnahme ist für Anfang 2026 geplant. Diese Initiative erweitert das deutsche Stromportfolio von TTE, das Folgendes umfasst:
- 7 GW an Onshore-Wind- und Solarenergie in Entwicklung
- 6,5 GW netto an Offshore-Windenergie in Entwicklung
- 2 GW an Speicherkapazität in Entwicklung
- 9 GW an Stromaggregationskapazität
- 6.900 Ladepunkte
Die Speichersysteme werden die Resilienz des deutschen Stromnetzes verbessern und die Integration erneuerbarer Energien unterstützen. Dies steht im Einklang mit dem umfassenderen Ziel von TotalEnergies, bis 2025 eine Kapazität von 35 GW aus erneuerbaren Energien zu erreichen und bis 2030 über 100 TWh netto Strom zu erzeugen.
- €160 million investment in strategic battery storage expansion
- Vertical integration through Saft battery technology subsidiary
- Large development pipeline of 13 GW renewables and 2 GW battery capacity
- Strong presence in German power market with 9 GW aggregation capacity
- Clear growth trajectory with 35 GW renewable target by 2025
- Significant capital expenditure required for infrastructure development
- Long lead time to operational status (commissioning in 2026)
- Heavy dependence on German market performance
Insights
TotalEnergies' €160 million investment into 221 MW of battery storage capacity in Germany represents a strategically significant move that strengthens its integrated electricity business model in Europe's largest power market. The company is methodically executing its transition strategy by developing capabilities across the entire electricity value chain.
The timing is particularly advantageous as Germany accelerates its renewable expansion while phasing out nuclear and coal generation, creating a growing need for flexibility resources. These battery projects will enable TotalEnergies to capture multiple revenue streams - not just from energy arbitrage (buying low, selling high), but also from providing grid stabilization services during periods of supply-demand imbalance.
What's particularly noteworthy is the vertical integration approach. By utilizing batteries from its own subsidiary Saft and leveraging projects developed by recently-acquired Kyon Energy, TotalEnergies creates internal synergies that should enhance margins beyond what independent battery developers might achieve. This aligns with management's stated 12
Within TotalEnergies' broader strategy, these battery projects serve a crucial purpose in transforming intermittent renewables into "Clean Firm Power" - essentially packaging renewable generation with storage to create a product more valuable than either component individually. This positions the company to command premium prices in an increasingly volatile European electricity market while supporting its net-zero ambitions.
TotalEnergies' battery storage expansion in Germany demonstrates how oil majors can effectively deploy capital toward high-value segments of the energy transition. While the €160 million investment represents just a fraction of the company's annual capital expenditure, it addresses a critical bottleneck in renewable energy integration.
The technical specifications are impressive - adding 221 MW to 100 MW already under construction creates significant scale advantages in operations and maintenance. Most importantly, these assets provide TotalEnergies with essential flexibility tools that complete their renewables strategy. Battery storage fundamentally enhances the value of the company's 7 GW of onshore generation and 6.5 GW of offshore wind under development.
What separates TotalEnergies from many competitors is their comprehensive approach. Rather than simply developing standalone battery projects, they're creating an ecosystem where storage assets complement their generation portfolio, EV charging network (6,900 points), and 9 GW aggregation business. This integration allows for sophisticated optimization across multiple market segments.
The 2026 commissioning timeline suggests TotalEnergies will be well-positioned as Germany's grid congestion challenges intensify with renewables growth. From an infrastructure perspective, this calculated deployment of storage capacity demonstrates the company's understanding that the future value in electricity markets lies not just in megawatts, but in dispatchability and reliability.
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TotalEnergies is launching 221 MW of new battery energy storage systems developed by Kyon Energy in
Germany , where the Company already has 100 MW under construction. - Most of these batteries will be supplied by Saft, TotalEnergies’ affiliate specialized in advanced battery technology, particularly in renewables.
- TotalEnergies’ German project pipeline amounts to 13 GW1 of renewables and 2 GW of battery capacity, contributing to its strategy to develop an integrated portfolio.
These projects were developed by Kyon Energy, a TotalEnergies affiliate acquired in 2024, and most will use next-generation batteries supplied by Saft, a TotalEnergies affiliate and leader in advanced battery technology. Construction began at the end of 2024, and commissioning is planned for early 2026.
The launch of these projects marks a major milestone in TotalEnergies’ development of battery energy storage capacity in
TotalEnergies expands its integrated power operations in
These batteries round out TotalEnergies’ German electricity portfolio, which consists of:
- 7 GW1 of onshore wind and solar in development and 200 MW1 installed or under construction;
- 6.5 GW net of offshore wind in development;
- 2 GW of storage capacity in development and 321 MW under construction;
- 9 GW of electricity aggregation capacity managed by Quadra Energy;
- 6,900 developed and operated charge points, including 1,100 with high-power charging.
“We are delighted with this significant step forward in the development of our integrated power activities in
Energy storage, a key part of our integrated electricity strategy
Energy storage plays a key role in offsetting the intermittence of renewable power. Their development is therefore necessary to enable TotalEnergies to offer Clean Firm Power to its customers, i.e. the continuous, stable supply of renewable electricity. Batteries also help to maximize the value of TotalEnergies’ portfolio, especially through its trading activities. The Company leverages the expertise of its Saft affiliate for the supply of the best battery storage systems for its needs.
TotalEnergies and electricity
As part of its ambition to get to net zero by 2050, TotalEnergies is building a world class cost-competitive portfolio combining renewables (solar, onshore and offshore wind) and flexible assets (CCGT, storage) to deliver clean firm power to its customers. By the end of 2024, TotalEnergies’ gross renewable electricity generation installed capacity had reached 26 GW. TotalEnergies will continue to expand this business to reach 35 GW in 2025 and more than 100 TWh of net electricity production by 2030.
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