Greece inaugurates major battery storage facility in Larisa

Greece has inaugurated its largest standalone battery energy storage system (BESS) in Larisa, which is also among the largest in Europe. The facility features a power capacity of 330 MW and a storage capacity of 790 MWh.

The project was realized through a strategic partnership between METLEN and the Karatzis Group. METLEN has assumed responsibility for the construction, operation, and maintenance of the plant.

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis attended the inauguration, describing the facility as a vital step toward Greece’s future and highlighting its contribution to national energy security and competitiveness. The project is viewed as a strategic milestone for strengthening Greece’s production base and energy infrastructure.