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Europe does not lack investment opportunities, but the right deals are harder to find. Image: Solar Media - generated by AI.

Execution discipline redefines energy storage value in Europe, as investable projects become harder to secure

February 24, 2026
The recent successes of the energy storage market in Europe bring new challenges alongside industry maturity, writes Vicente Abad.
The UK's fleet of four pumped hydro plants providing long-duration storage to the grid, including Cruachan Dam (pictured), was built over four decades ago. Image: Drax.

UK regulator launches ‘cap and floor’ scheme for long-duration electricity storage

April 11, 2025
UK regulator Ofgem has launched a cap and floor investment support scheme to unlock funding for new Long Duration Electricity Storage (LDES).
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