New construction despite abundance

Large-scale plant discourages private PV feeders

In the energy field in Pischelsdorf, farming is carried out between the panels

(Bild: © Astrid Knie)

On nice days, there is often already too much solar power in the grid - and more is coming. Private solar system owners need not worry. The "Krone" knows why this is the case. Nevertheless, the expansion of the electricity grid and larger electricity storage systems are still pending.

The grid operators have announced that large private PV systems will have to be throttled if there is an oversupply of solar power. Energie AG is now building a 4.58 megawatt peak system in Pischelsdorf, which corresponds to 500 average private rooftop systems. The concern of small feeders: "Do private individuals have to fear that they will be allowed to feed in less because of such large generation areas?" The "Krone" asked Energie AG, and they promised: "No, private feeders will not be affected." However, the grids and storage options must be expanded - and this is not about the 12 kW storage unit in the basement.