Fotowatio Renewable Ventures (FRV) announced that it has secured 2.3 GW of capacity on the German transmission grid to develop photovoltaic projects, battery storage systems and hybrid solutions that will enter different phases of construction between 2026 and 2029 .
The news strengthens the company's position in one of Europe's most competitive energy markets and comes at a time when Germany is seeking to accelerate the integration of renewables without compromising the stability of its electricity system.
The portfolio is distributed across several regions of the country and combines solar generation with energy storage, a formula that is gaining prominence as the need to manage the variability of renewable sources and optimize the use of existing infrastructure grows.
“Germany needs more renewable energy generation, but even more important is that this energy can be integrated into the system efficiently and competitively. Our strategy combines storage, solar, and hybrid projects with a clear roadmap for construction,” said Amós Guillén , Managing Director of FRV Germany.
Storage takes center stage
One of the central pillars of the plan is the deployment of storage systems with discharge durations of between two and four hours, designed to absorb surplus renewable generation and return that energy to the grid at times of higher demand.
This flexibility has become a priority for Germany, where the expansion of wind and solar energy demands new tools to balance the grid and avoid congestion.
In Brandenburg, FRV is developing four projects, including three storage facilities and one hybrid development. A 750 MW battery storage system is among them and is close to receiving construction permits. The company expects to begin construction in this region between 2026 and 2028.
Large-scale projects in three states
The expansion also extends to Lower Saxony, where the company is developing five projects with a capacity of nearly 700 MW. The portfolio includes a photovoltaic plant, a 600 MW storage system, and three hybrid developments. According to current plans, the first projects could begin construction between the end of 2026 and the beginning of 2028.
North Rhine-Westphalia is the site of another of the company's most ambitious projects. There, FRV is working on three projects with a total capacity exceeding 900 MW, subject to obtaining final permits.
The most prominent asset is a 900 MW, 3,600 MWh energy storage system, one of the largest battery initiatives under development within the company's German portfolio. Construction of these facilities is expected to begin between the end of 2027 and the first quarter of 2029.
A commitment aligned with the new energy transition
Beyond the numbers, the announcement reflects a transformation underway in the German energy market. The discussion is no longer solely focused on adding more renewable capacity, but on how to ensure that this energy can be used when the system needs it.
In this context, hybrid projects and batteries emerge as key elements to provide flexibility, reduce grid constraints, and support the growth in electricity demand, especially in industrial sectors.
In addition to the 2.3 GW already secured, FRV continues to develop new projects in Baden-Württemberg, Bavaria, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Saxony-Anhalt and Schleswig-Holstein, where it is progressing with permitting, engineering and construction preparation processes.
The expansion in Germany is part of a broader global strategy. FRV currently manages over 2.9 GW of operating assets in various markets, has 1 GW under construction, and is developing an international portfolio of 29 GW that includes solar power, storage, green hydrogen, and data centers.