European Energy is set to begin operations at its first battery energy storage system in the Baltic States, a 25 MW / 65 MWh facility in Anykščiai, Lithuania, that has already been connected to the national electricity grid.

A Hybrid Project Takes Shape in Anykščiai

The battery energy storage system is integrated with European Energy's existing 78.5 MW solar park at the same location, forming one of Lithuania's first hybrid renewable energy facilities to combine large-scale solar generation with battery storage technology.

The project has the distinction of becoming only the second hybrid energy project of its kind in Lithuania, and the Anykščiai solar park itself holds the status of being the first solar facility in Lithuania to participate in the system services market, as well as one of the largest solar energy installations in the broader Baltic region.

The facility is expected to begin full operations before the end of June 2026, following successful connection to the transmission network operated by Litgrid, Lithuania's electricity transmission system operator.

Grid Coordination and Testing

European Energy worked directly with Litgrid during the implementation phase of the project. Tadeušas Konkovskis, Vice President and Head of the Baltic Region at European Energy, pointed to the significance of that collaboration given the novelty of the project type in the Lithuanian market.

"We worked closely with Lithuania's electricity transmission system operator, Litgrid, throughout the implementation of this project. As one of the first projects of its kind in the country, it was important to complete all testing procedures and ensure a smooth connection process. We are pleased to see the facility successfully connected to the transmission network," Konkovskis said.

The combination of solar generation and battery storage at the Anykščiai site is expected to increase the flexibility of the electricity system and support the provision of balancing services, according to the company.

Growing Role of Hybrid Solutions in Lithuania

Thorvald Spanggaard, Executive Vice President and Head of Project Development at European Energy, said that hybrid solutions are becoming increasingly important as renewable energy capacity continues to expand in Lithuania.

"Energy storage can help manage variations in generation and support stable operation of the electricity system," Spanggaard said. "Lithuania remains an important market for our renewable energy activities. Alongside developing new projects, we are focused on optimising existing assets and expanding our portfolio of renewable energy and storage projects."

The commissioning of the Anykščiai BESS reflects a broader industry trend in which battery storage is being co-located with existing generation assets to address the intermittency challenges inherent to solar power.

By pairing the storage system directly with the 78.5 MW solar park, European Energy aims to smooth output variability and position the facility to actively participate in grid balancing markets.

European Energy's Position in Lithuania

European Energy currently operates approximately 400 MW of renewable energy capacity in Lithuania. Beyond its operating portfolio, the Danish company is developing a further portfolio of around 800 MW across solar, wind and energy storage projects in the country.

This pipeline represents a substantial expansion relative to the company's existing footprint and signals a long-term strategic commitment to the Lithuanian market.

The Copenhagen-headquartered company's activities in Lithuania span generation and storage, with the Anykščiai hybrid project representing the integration of both disciplines at a single site.

Second Lithuanian Battery Project Planned for December 2026

The Anykščiai facility is not the only battery storage project European Energy has underway in Lithuania. The company is also progressing with a second battery energy storage system located in Telšiai. That project is planned to have a capacity of approximately 12 MW and 50 MWh of storage, and European Energy expects it to be connected to the grid in December 2026.

The Telšiai project is smaller in both power and storage capacity than the Anykščiai facility, but its planned commissioning before the close of 2026 would give European Energy two operational battery storage assets in Lithuania within the same calendar year. Together, the two facilities would represent a combined capacity of approximately 37 MW and 115 MWh of battery storage in the Baltic country.

The sequential delivery of these projects, alongside the 400 MW of generation already in operation and the 800 MW development pipeline, underscores the scale of European Energy's Baltic ambitions as Lithuania continues to integrate higher proportions of variable renewable energy into its grid.

Powering Europe's Power Pipeline with Smarter Project Intelligence

Across Europe, the power sector is undergoing a period of extraordinary transformation, from grid modernisation and renewable energy integration to water infrastructure overhauls and cross-border energy interconnectors. Staying ahead of where capital is flowing and where contracts are being awarded is no longer a competitive advantage; it is an operational necessity.

The Global Project Tracking (GPT) platform by Blackridge Research gives power professionals, contractors, and investors a structured, continuously updated view of the projects shaping Europe's energy and infrastructure landscape. Whether you are identifying early-stage opportunities or monitoring the progress of active developments, the platform brings critical intelligence into a single, searchable environment.

From transmission networks to power projects across Southern Europe, the GPT platform ensures your business development and strategy teams are always working with current, reliable data, not yesterday's news.

• Upcoming Projects

• Tender Notices

• Contract Awards

• Projects Under Construction

• Completed Projects

See how the Global Project Tracking (GPT) platform by Blackridge Research can strengthen your pipeline strategy across Europe's power sector. Book a Free Demo with our team today.