Current technical reports Electricity Storage/Battery Storage
- Feed-in Tariffs for Solar Power Starting at 150 kWp: What’s Changing in 2027—and Why Every Kilowatt-Hour of Self-Consumption Counts Now
The Federal Council’s decision of May 27, 2026, to revise the Energy Ordinance (EnV) will fundamentally overhaul the compensation structure for solar power in Switzerland. Starting January 1, 2027—with a… Read more: Feed-in Tariffs for Solar Power Starting at 150 kWp: What’s Changing in 2027—and Why Every Kilowatt-Hour of Self-Consumption Counts Now - Self-consumption optimization with peak shaving
Many manufacturing and industrial companies are struggling with the ever-rising cost of electricity. However, many of them are also missing out on significant savings potential because they fail to take advantage of the opportunities offered by smart self-consumption optimization with… Read more: Self-Consumption Optimization with Peak Shaving - Smart Grid and Smart Market: How smart grids are changing the energy market in Switzerland
Smart Grid and Smart Market: How Smart Power Grids Are Transforming the Energy Market in Switzerland Switzerland’s energy sector is undergoing a period of structural change. Decentralized electricity generation, the expansion… Read more: Smart Grid and Smart Market: How Smart Power Grids Are Transforming the Energy Market in Switzerland - Neighborhood electricity storage: The future of energy supply
Neighborhood Electricity Storage: The Future of Energy Supply The energy transition is in full swing, and renewable energy sources such as solar and wind are becoming indispensable. However, these energy sources are not always available, which leads to… Read more: Neighborhood Electricity Storage: The Future of Energy Supply - Feed-in remuneration 2025 in Switzerland: What operators need to know now
Feed-in Tariffs in Switzerland in 2025: What Operators Need to Know Now Feed-in tariffs will remain one of the key instruments for promoting renewable energy in Switzerland in 2025. They guarantee operators of… Read more: Feed-in Tariffs in Switzerland in 2025: What Operators Need to Know Now - Disposal of batteries: Practical tips for correct battery recycling
Energy storage systems in the form of batteries are now an integral part of our daily lives—from smartphones and laptops to battery storage systems and electric cars. But what happens when batteries reach the end of their… Read more: Battery Disposal: Practical Tips for Proper Battery Recycling - Emergency power with battery storage for Swissradies
Swissradies is a vegetable producer in the Seeland region that specializes in growing radishes. As one of Switzerland’s largest radish producers, Swissradies supplies up to 800 metric tons annually to the domestic market. Particularly innovative… Read more: Emergency Power with Battery Storage for Swissradies - Arbitrage in the Swiss electricity market: success through smart strategies
What’s it all about? The electricity market is a complex and dynamic environment that offers attractive opportunities for successful arbitrage in any market conditions. Arbitrage in the electricity market involves buying electricity… Read more: Arbitrage in the Swiss Electricity Market: Success Through Smart Strategies - Redox flow batteries: Focus on the latest developments
Redox flow batteries (RFBs) are a promising technology for storing electrical energy. Compared to conventional batteries, they offer numerous advantages, such as high scalability, a long service life, and a… Read more: Redox Flow Batteries: A Focus on the Latest Developments - E-trucks and electric commercial vehicles: focus on optimized charging infrastructure
Electric trucks and electric commercial vehicles combine efficiency and environmental protection, giving rise to an entirely new transportation sector. Companies must decide whether or not to replace their conventional vehicles with electric ones. These… Read more: Electric Trucks and Electric Commercial Vehicles: Focus on Optimized Charging Infrastructure - When will the solid-state battery arrive?
Solid-state batteries are a promising technology in the field of battery research. Unlike conventional lithium-ion batteries or LFP batteries, solid-state batteries do not contain a liquid electrolyte; instead, they use a solid electrolyte. The development of solid-state batteries… Read more: When will solid-state batteries be available? - Sustainable energy: solar storage in agriculture
Sustainable Energy: Solar Storage in Agriculture The integration of solar storage systems into agricultural operations has gained importance in recent years. By making better use of solar energy, farmers can increase their self-consumption and become more independent… Read more: Sustainable Energy: Solar Storage in Agriculture - Maximum efficiency: solar system only with battery storage
Maximum Efficiency: Solar Systems Only with Battery Storage The way companies in Switzerland manage their electricity costs is changing with the integration of battery storage systems—or electricity storage systems—into solar installations.… Read more: Maximum Efficiency: Solar Systems Only with Battery Storage - Additional revenue with balancing energy: A look behind the scenes
The energy transition has led to greater integration of renewable energy into the power grid. However, these renewable energy sources—such as wind and solar power—are inherently volatile and lead to fluctuations… Read more: Generate Additional Revenue with balancing energy: A Look Behind the Scenes - Balancing energy: Why is battery storage important for the energy transition?
The energy transition has greatly accelerated the expansion and use of solar and wind power in recent years. However, for the energy transition to be successful, it is not enough to simply rely on solar and… Read more: balancing energy: Why Is Battery Storage Important for the Energy Transition? - Industry sector NES (New Energy Systems) Swissmem
At 42technology, we are actively involved in Swissmem’s new NES (New Energy Systems) industry sector. The Swiss tech industry is making a valuable contribution to addressing the challenges posed by climate change. The… Read more: Swissmem’s NES (New Energy Systems) Industry Sector - Renewable energies and the winter electricity gap
Renewable Energy and the Winter Power Shortage The winter power shortage refers to the challenges in energy supply during the cold season, when demand for electricity rises. The main causes of this phenomenon… Read more: Renewable Energy and the Winter Power Shortage - Application & safety: LFP batteries and other lithium-ion battery types in comparison
Not all energy storage systems are created equal. The battery technology used varies, and as a result, so do the applications and safety features of these systems. We’ll break it down and describe the different battery technologies here… Read more: Applications & Safety: LFP Batteries and Other Types of Lithium-Ion Batteries Compared - Battery storage against the power shortage in Switzerland
The neoom Blokk battery storage system is an energy storage solution for industrial, commercial, and agricultural applications based on lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) technology. It was developed specifically to meet the high demands of the industrial sector… Read more: Battery Storage to Address the Power Shortage in Switzerland - Emergency power system with battery storage in the Porzi
Our new emergency power system is up and running and provides reliable emergency power for our office. In the event of a power outage, the system switches to battery power and ensures a continuous power supply via the energy storage system. Our… Read more: Emergency Power System with Battery Storage at Porzi - Peak load capping with electricity storage around 1902
Between 1902 and 1929, an electricity storage facility was used to power the Bremgarten-Dietikon Railway (BDB). At that time, the railway drew its power from the Bruggmühle hydroelectric plant. During the winter months, the water level… Read more: Peak Load Capping with Electricity Storage, circa 1902 - Emergency power with battery storage
Battery storage systems as emergency power solutions guarantee an uninterrupted power supply. In light of the current Russia-Ukraine conflict and the upcoming energy transition, companies in particular are concerned about the potential consequences of a power outage. In the event of a grid failure… Read more: Emergency Power with Battery Storage