With the rapid expansion of renewable energy sources, the development of adequate energy storage capacities and the creation of smart, flexible, and decentralized electricity systems are becoming increasingly important.
The ENSA project aims to offer solutions to this challenge based on European-level, interregional cooperation. Main Objectives and Expected Results
Among other things, the project will:
• Prepare for the demonstration and commercialization of 8 innovative energy storage technologies;
• Facilitate interregional innovation investments worth more than 80 million euros;
• strengthening the innovation and business development capabilities of small and medium-sized enterprises;
• encouraging energy storage investments and raising investor awareness;
• establishing regional and national policy collaborations;
• developing international energy storage and renewable energy value chains;
• providing training, mentoring, and business development opportunities for companies operating in the renewable energy sector.
International Consortium
The project is coordinated by AGENEX of Spain. The consortium includes 26 beneficiaries and additional associated partners from a total of 11 European countries: Spain, Hungary, Italy, Greece, Romania, Bulgaria, Croatia, Finland, Poland, Belgium, and France.
This international partnership brings together research institutes, universities, clusters, innovation agencies, businesses, and energy organizations. The Hungarian partner organization is SolarTech Investment Kft., the management organization of the ArchEnerg–Metal Cluster, which participates in the project’s implementation as a full-fledged beneficiary.
Key Tasks of the Hungarian Partner
Within the framework of the project, SolarTech Investment Kft. / ArchEnerg–Metal Cluster is involved in the following activities, among others:
• engaging the Hungarian innovation ecosystem and relevant industry stakeholders;
• supporting energy communities and related initiatives;
• mobilizing domestic SMEs and cluster members;
• facilitating international business and professional cooperation;
• supporting investment preparation processes;
• participating in policy consultations and professional cooperation;
• communication and dissemination activities;
• supporting international events, business meetings, and networking opportunities.
Project Budget
The total eligible budget for the ENSA project is 10,016,948 EUR, of which 7,128,864 EUR is provided by the European Union.
Approved project budget for SolarTech Investment Kft.:
• 441,090.38 EUR in eligible costs;
• EUR 308,763.27 maximum
Project Period
Start: October 1, 2026. End: September 30, 2029. Duration: 36 months
What could the ENSA project mean for members of the Hungarian Pact?
The ENSA project can create new opportunities for cooperation and business for Hungarian municipalities, small and medium-sized enterprises, energy companies, innovation organizations, research institutes, and other professional stakeholders.
Among other things, the project can contribute to:
• the widespread adoption of energy storage technologies and energy communities in Hungary;
• the expansion of Hungarian SMEs’ international innovation and business networks;
• the preparation of new interregional investments;
• the development of renewable energy and energy storage value chains;
• the establishment of new technological, business, and investor partnerships;
• the strengthening of domestic and European policy ties;
• and to provide access to training and mentoring opportunities that support the professional development of businesses.
Through the ArchEnerg–Metal Cluster’s international network and European connections, the project can create opportunities for Hungarian businesses and institutions to become part of the European energy storage and renewable energy innovation ecosystem.
Throughout the project, we aim to share relevant opportunities for training, mentoring, international networking, business collaboration, and investment preparation, as well as information on additional programs in which Hungarian companies and institutions can participate.
We will provide further information in the future regarding the progress of the ENSA project and specific opportunities for participation.