Malta solar container power station project

What is Malta's long-duration energy storage system?

Malta’s utility-scale, long-duration energy storage system uses steam-based heat pump technology to deliver dispatchable, cost-effective energy. Malta’s long-duration energy storage solution is already being deployed. Hear directly from the voices working alongside us to advance reliable, sustainable energy solutions.

How secure is Malta's energy supply?

The security of Malta’s energy supply is a key area of focus for us. Being a small island, Malta has a small electricity supply system and only a single electricity supplier (Enemalta plc) and depends heavily on imported energy sources. Malta also has no natural gas pipeline interconnection with neighbouring countries.

How has Malta changed its energy mix?

In recent years, Malta has transformed its energy mix used for electricity generation from one based on heavy fuel oil and gasoil to a more sustainable combination of natural gas, electricity imports via the Malta-Italy subsea connection, and increased use of renewable energy sources.

What is interconnect Malta & how does it work?

First announced in June 2023, the project is being led by Interconnect Malta, an Energy Ministry agency responsible for energy infrastructure projects. Batteries will be charged using power fed into the national grid by photovoltaic panels during daytime hours and will then discharge power at nighttime.

Does Malta have a natural gas pipeline?

Malta also has no natural gas pipeline interconnection with neighbouring countries. Notwithstanding Malta’s spatial and infrastructural limitations, the Energy & Water Agency aims to maximise the country’s use of renewable energy sources.

What is Ewa's vision for Malta's power sector?

EWA’s vision for Malta’s power sector foresees sustained growth of generation from renewable sources, powered by indigenous onshore solar PV installations, large-scale offshore renewable technologies, such as floating wind and solar, and green energy imported over interconnections with neighbouring countries.