Are photovoltaic home storage systems subsidized?

This year, photovoltaic home storage systems have been subsidized through a 34-million euro investment (more information here). In Baden-Württemberg, the “Grid Service Photovoltaic Battery Energy Storage” funding program, which was well-received in both 2018 and 2019, resumed on 1 April 2021 – however, all funding has already been allocated.

Are battery storage systems subsidized?

Battery storage systems are subsidized with a wide variety of grants, loans and programs you should be taking advantage of. And because finding the right program isn’t easy, since they vary between states, it is important to seek advice from local specialists so that nothing stands in the way of you and your energy storage subsidy.

Should battery storage subsidy be cheaper than feed-in tariffs?

The battery storage subsidy is aimed precisely at this trend: while the feed-in tariff is falling, it should become cheaper to store solar electricity for personal consumption.

How much does energy storage cost?

However, although energy storage costs have fallen sharply in recent years, for most people it’s still too expensive without subsidy programs: each kilowatt hour (kWh) of storage capacity costs around 1,100 euros.

How do I buy a photovoltaic system?

As a rule, you must apply for a subsidy for a photovoltaic system or a battery storage system before buying the system. You must also apply for a loan from the KfW before purchase. As soon as your application has been received and approved, you can usually have the system installed.

How does Lower Saxony promote photovoltaic cell storage?

In Lower Saxony, the state government promotes photovoltaic cell storage in connection with the construction or expansion of existing photovoltaic systems. Grants covering up to 40% of battery storage system costs are included.