On March 30, the Lithuanian balancing market saw a sharp anomaly — DOWN activation prices briefly dropped to -10,000 EUR/MWh, with around 12 MWh activated. 📉
This wasn’t just volatility. It exposed a structural gap.
A lack of smaller bids and insufficient activated volumes meant larger capacities never entered the market. The result — extreme pricing and a fragile supply curve.
It’s a clear signal: relying solely on solar curtailment (DOWN) is not enough to manage market dynamics.
The same day, price swings in the Nord Pool exchange confirmed it — the market moves both ways.
This is exactly where BESS becomes critical.
Not just for stabilizing the grid, but for turning volatility into opportunity — if positioned correctly. ⚖️
