FARIA Renewables inaugurates energy storage project in Elassona

FARIA Renewables officially inaugurated the FARIA GALANI BESS project in Galanovrysi, Elassona, on October 13, 2026. As one of the first battery energy storage systems implemented in Greece, the facility features a nominal capacity of 49.9 MW and a storage capacity of 134.16 MWh.

The project, which has been electrified since July 2026, is designed to enhance the flexibility and reliability of the Greek electrical grid by allowing for more efficient energy utilization. The inauguration ceremony was attended by representatives from the Thessaly Region, local government, energy sector stakeholders, and the financial sector.

Thalia Valkouma, CEO and President of FARIA Renewables, and Dimitris Kintsakis, CEO and Vice President, highlighted the investment as a milestone for the company. They emphasized the project's role in meeting the modern needs of the electrical system while maintaining environmental respect and community cooperation.