Recycled EV Batteries Power Rome Airport

These batteries contribute 2.1 MWh of energy storage to the overall project. The reused batteries are Gen 3 30kWh and Gen 4 40kWh LEAF batteries, sourced from high-mileage vehicles

PIONEER – Airport Sustainability Second Life Battery Storage

The PIONEER project aims to support the »Leonardo da Vinci« international Airport in Rome Fiumicino on its way toward net zero emission airport. A 30 MWp photovoltaic system is planned for this

Pioneer energy storage system in Fiumicino, Italy

The inauguration of the largest energy storage facility using second-life batteries in Italy marks a turning point in the decarbonization of the Fiumicino airport hub.

The PIONEER Project: A Milestone in Circular Energy Storage

The project, partially financed by European funds, represents a significant step forward in the field of sustainability, integrating batteries from three distinct automotive manufacturers (Nissan,

Enel inagurates 10 MWh second-life battery project at Italian

Italy''s largest second-life battery energy storage system was officially launched at Rome-Fiumicino airport yesterday. State-owned gas and electric company Enel''s 2.5 MW/10 MWh Pioneer

Fiumicino Unveils Europe''s Largest EV Battery Storage System

Italy, June 3, 2025: Enel and Aeroporti di Roma (ADR) have officially launched the Pioneer project, a groundbreaking energy storage initiative designed to accelerate decarbonisation efforts at Rome''s

Rome''s Fiumicino Airport Unveils Europe''s Largest EV Battery Energy

Europe''s largest airport solar-battery integration, boosting energy resilience and circular economy leadership. Rome''s Fiumicino International Airport has launched Pioneer, Europe''s largest

Rome Airport powers up with second-life EV batteries

An innovative energy storage system is helping Rome Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) harness renewable energy more effectively, capturing power for use even when the sun isn''t

PIONEER: decarbonising airport operations with second-life car

Rome''s Fiumicino Airport, which sees over 50 million passengers each year, is giving new life to used electric car batteries. Through the PIONEER project, they are combining solar

Energy Storage for Rome-Fiumicino Airport, Italy | Mercedes

Mercedes-Benz Energy is helping to enhance the energy efficiency of Rome Fiumicino Airport with its battery storage solutions. The project utilizes repurposed vehicle batteries from

4 Frequently Asked Questions about "Rome base energy storage project"

What is Italy's largest second-life battery energy storage system?

From ESS News Italy's largest second-life battery energy storage system was officially launched at Rome-Fiumicino airport yesterday. State-owned gas and electric company Enel's 2.5 MW/10 MWh Pioneer project comprises 762 battery packs and modules.

What is Pioneer Energy Storage System?

Inaugurated on June 3, 2025, at Rome Fiumicino Airport, PIONEER is an energy storage system based on repurposed EV batteries.

What is Pioneer (Airport sustainability second life battery storage?

Loccioni, a key system integrator, has announced the successful development and implementation of PIONEER (airPort sustaInability secONd lifE battEry stoRage), an innovative second-life battery energy storage system (BESS) designed for airport applications.

Can 2nd-life batteries power the airport in Rome Fiumicino?

As part of the PIONEER project, a commercial use case for 2nd-life batteries in combination with a 30 MWp PV system to power the »Leonardo da Vinci« international airport in Rome Fiumicino will be demonstrated.

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