South Korean company LG Energy Solution has signed an agreement with PGE, Poland’s largest energy sector company, to supply 981 MWh of grid-scale ESS batteries between 2026 and 2027. The two companies will collaborate to establish a battery energy storage facility in Żarnowiec, Poland. PGE plans to commence commercial operation in 2027.
LG Energy Solution will also provide a turnkey solution encompassing containerised battery systems, and engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) services with partners in Europe.
The project will feature the first grid-scale ESS batteries to be manufactured at LG Energy’s production facility in Poland. The company will supply high-capacity lithium-iron-phosphate long-form batteries with enhanced energy efficiency and safety and claimed high energy density compared to conventional LFP solutions, and liquid cooling technology to optimise performance and reliability.
“This project is one of the largest ESS initiatives led by LG Energy Solution in Europe,” said Hyung Kim, head of the ESS Battery Division at LG Energy Solution. “By launching LFP-based products designed specifically for the European market and leveraging our local production capabilities, we have maximised customer value.”
By bolstering LG Energy Solution’s position in future public tenders for European state-owned energy companies, this project is expected to expand the company’s footprint in the regional grid-scale ESS market. The company is using its ‘Made in Europe’ manufacturing capabilities to meet the demands of European customers and governments prioritising locally produced solutions. This strategy also seeks to enhance market presence, unlock new business opportunities, and highlight the quality and competitiveness of locally produced products.
Meanwhile, as energy security concerns continue to rise across Europe, demand for renewable energy infrastructure and ESS solutions is growing rapidly. Additionally, advances in AI are accelerating the expansion of data centres, further driving ESS demand.
