MANY MINDEDGermany's solar-plus-storage tender closes at €0.0514/kWh average
Germany's federal government concluded its most recent solar-plus-storage tender in September 2026 through the Bundesnetzagentur. The auction awarded 480 MW of solar photovoltaic capacity paired with energy storage across 32 projects, with bids ranging from €0.0450/kWh to €0.0540/kWh. The average price of €0.0514/kWh represents the lowest cost for this integrated system in the latest round of auctions since 2023.
This price reduction directly lowers the barrier for households and businesses to adopt solar-plus-storage systems. The tender's focus on bundled solar and storage capacity creates a more cost-effective solution than standalone installations, potentially reducing long-term energy costs for users. The government's continued auction series since 2023 signals sustained policy support for decentralized renewable energy.
The next auction cycle will determine if this price trend persists. Current caveats include the tender being the most recent in a series since 2023, and the absence of household-specific affordability data in the source. A reader must consult the full Bundesnetzagentur report for adoption metrics.
Source: pv magazine