Georgia is set to implement its first electricity storage battery system, with the initial phase scheduled for 2025 and the project expected to continue through the end of 2028. The initiative, supported by a 355 million GEL investment from the Asian Development Bank, aims to enhance the stability, flexibility, and security of the country’s electricity system.
According to the 2025 state budget, the project will be funded over several years: 5 million GEL will be allocated in 2025, 120 million GEL in 2026, 150 million GEL in 2027, and 80 million GEL in 2028. The first storage batteries will be installed near the Ksani-500 power plant, integrating into the national grid. The system will feature a capacity of 200 MW and 200 MWh.
The storage system is expected to bring multiple benefits to Georgia’s energy infrastructure. It will increase grid stability, reduce reliance on electricity imports, and address voltage issues caused by seasonal variations in thermal power plant operations and electricity flows between Western and Eastern Georgia.
The system is designed to provide rapid energy absorption and supply in the event of disruptions, ensuring a balance between consumption and supply without limiting electricity production or consumption. Additionally, it will enable the Georgian electricity system to restart independently in the event of a complete blackout.
The project, overseen by the Ministry of Economy and Sustainable Development, represents a significant step toward strengthening Georgia’s energy resilience and optimizing its electricity distribution network.