4 FAQs about Portugal s tender for base station batteries

How much will Portugal invest in battery storage after Iberian blackout?

Portugal will invest $480 M (€400 M) to strengthen grid stability and scale battery storage, aiming for 750 MW of BESS capacity after Iberian blackout.

How much money does Portugal need to modernise its electricity grid?

Portugal: Portugal has unveiled a $480 M (€400 M) investment package to modernise its electricity grid and significantly expand battery energy storage systems (BESS), following a major Iberian blackout earlier this year.

How will Portugal improve grid resilience after April blackout?

Government outlines €400 million plan to strengthen grid resilience after April blackout. Portugal will launch a competitive tender for 750 MVA of battery energy storage before January 2026, as part of a broader €400 million package aimed at improving grid reliability and preventing future blackouts.

What will Portugal's energy transition look like in 2026?

In addition, an auction for large-scale BESS is planned by 2026, marking a step forward in Portugal's energy transition strategy. To support critical infrastructure like hospitals, the government will provide $28 M (€25 M) for solar PV and storage installations.

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