Germany launches 4.5 GW capacity auction under new grid support mechanism

Germany's grid regulator opened bidding for dispatchable generation and long-duration storage capacity under a recently enacted framework, even as it awaits final EU approval of the state-aid aspects.

First covered Jul 21, 2026 · 4:52 AM PT · 1 article

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5h PV Magazine Germany launches first capacity auction — Germany's Federal Network Agency has launched the first 4.5 GW auction under the new StromVKG, with developers invited to bid for dispatchable generation and…

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Appeared in: 2026-07-21 (#2)

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