N2OFF is Increasing its Investment in Melz Project to Explore Additional 40-60 MW Battery Storage
Rhea-AI Summary
Positive
- Project received municipal approval, moving towards ready-to-build status by early 2026
- Expansion into growing German battery storage market with projected $2,271M value by 2030
- Strategic partnership with Solterra includes multiple additional projects across Europe
- BESS integration will enable revenue optimization through energy arbitrage
Negative
- Project still in exploratory phase for BESS integration
- Construction not expected to begin until 2026
- Final investment decision and exact BESS capacity still undetermined
Insights
N2OFF strategically expanding battery storage capabilities in Germany's growing market, strengthening its renewable energy portfolio across Europe.
N2OFF's decision to explore adding a 40-60 MWp battery energy storage system (BESS) to its Melz solar project represents a strategic expansion in Germany's rapidly growing energy storage market. This move aligns with market projections showing Germany's BESS market reaching
The technical rationale for this investment is compelling. By integrating battery storage with the existing 111 MWp solar facility, N2OFF can implement energy arbitrage strategies – storing excess solar production or purchasing grid electricity during low-price periods and selling during high-demand windows. This significantly enhances revenue potential beyond what a standalone solar facility could achieve.
The Melz project has already cleared a critical regulatory hurdle with the December 2024 municipal committee approval, putting it on track for ready-to-build status by early 2026. This timeline aligns well with Germany's accelerating energy transition and growing demand for grid stabilization services.
What's particularly notable is how this investment fits into N2OFF's broader European renewable energy strategy. The company is systematically building a diversified portfolio through its partnership with Solterra, including two 98 MWp/392 MWh BESS projects in Sicily, a 35MW/140MWh BESS in Poland, and solar development rights in Albania. This geographic and technological diversification reduces market-specific risks while positioning N2OFF to capitalize on Europe's varying renewable energy incentive structures.
The emphasis on battery storage rather than just solar generation demonstrates N2OFF's understanding that the highest-value segments in renewable energy increasingly involve storage and grid services rather than pure generation.
Neve Yarak, Israel, June 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- N2OFF, Inc.(NASDAQ: NITO) (FSE:80W) (“N2OFF” and the “Company”), a clean tech company engaged in sustainable and innovative solutions for solar energy and agri-tech markets, today announced plans to increase its investment in the 111 MWp solar photovoltaic project in Melz, Germany, to explore the integration of a 40–60 MWp battery energy storage system (BESS). This investment is part of N2OFF’s intention to advance its renewable energy business.
The Melz project, a cornerstone of N2OFF’s joint venture in the renewable energy sector, received approval from the Melz Municipal Committee on December 31, 2024 to promote the inclusion of the project in its statutory plan, marking a significant step toward ready-to-build status by early of 2026. The proposed addition of a 40–60 MWp BESS aims to enhance the project’s capacity to store and deliver clean energy and ensure grid stability.
According the GrandView Research, a market research company, the battery energy storage systems market in Germany is expected to reach a projected revenue of US
The integration of battery storage will enable the Melz facility to store excess solar energy generated during peak production periods, or to purchase electricity from the grid at low prices, and release it during high-demand periods, in an effort to maximize profitability, efficiency and reliability.
“We are excited to take this step toward enhancing the Melz solar project with advanced battery storage technology,” said David Palach, CEO of N2OFF. “By increasing our investment to explore a 40–60 MWp BESS, we are strengthening our position in our current project and continue to explore what we believe to be new lucrative opportunities.”
The Melz project is part of a comprehensive collaboration between N2OFF and Solterra Renewable Energy Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Solterra Energy Ltd., aimed at accelerating the development of what we believe to be high-potential renewable energy facilities across Europe. This collaboration includes joint activities such as the development of two BESS in Sicily, Italy, each with a capacity of 98 MWp/392 MWh, an exclusive agreement between N2OFF and Solterra Energy Ltd.to co-develop solar photovoltaic projects in Albania and a 35MW/140MWh BESS project in Poland.
About N2OFF Inc:
N2OFF, Inc. (formerly known as Save Foods, Inc.) is a clean tech company engaged in sustainable solutions for solar energy and innovation for agri-tech. Through its operational activities it delivers integrated solutions for sustainable energy, greenhouse gas emissions reduction and safety and quality solutions for the agri-tech market. N2OFF recently entered the solar PV market and currently intends to provide funding for the current project in the total Capacity of 111 MWp, as well as potential future projects. Save Foods , N2OFF's majority-owned Israeli subsidiary, focuses on post-harvest treatments in fruit and vegetables to control and prevent pathogen contamination.
For more information on Save Foods visit our website: www.n2off.com.
Forward-looking Statements:
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