Huawei Technologies Romania aims to achieve a 1 GW energy storage capacity locally within the next two years, aligning with the growing need for energy storage and renewable energy integration. This ambitious target, disclosed by Vlad Doicaru, Vice President of Huawei Technologies Romania, underscores the company’s commitment to advancing the energy transition.
“There is significant demand for energy storage and a strong appetite for investments,” said Doicaru. “We see a convergence between solar parks, wind farms, and battery energy storage units.” This alignment of renewable energy sources and storage technologies is key to maximizing return on investment (ROI) and meeting system service demands.
In 2024, Huawei implemented several successful utility-scale energy projects in Romania. “Our clients experienced a higher ROI than anticipated, particularly due to system services provided to Transelectrica,” Doicaru noted. These projects, including partnerships with Nova Power, feature cutting-edge battery management systems and advanced technologies like grid-forming, essential for stabilizing renewable energy inputs into national grids.
Huawei’s energy storage solutions reflect a decade of innovation. “Since 2020, we’ve introduced our second generation of utility-scale storage products, emphasizing AI-driven efficiency and safety,” said Doicaru. The storage systems are built to manage over 1 million energy cells per gigawatt, with safety features based on three years of machine learning. “Safety is critical, especially at such density levels. Our AI ensures secure operations and longevity.”
Huawei offers an integrated energy solution beyond traditional inverters and batteries. The platform encompasses transformers, power conversion systems (PCS), and battery management systems, forming an end-to-end ecosystem. This approach optimizes energy cycles and accelerates system responses. “Our platform not only enhances energy storage but also supports grid balancing, essential for decarbonization,” highlighted Doicaru.
To support its ambitious goals, Huawei has invested heavily in local expertise. “We’ve established a solid platform in Romania, with over 100 specialists, including 20 engineers focused on digital power,” Doicaru explained. The company is also training EPC (engineering, procurement, and construction) contractors to ensure the successful execution of large-scale projects.
As Romania pursues decarbonization and energy transition targets, Huawei’s 1 GW energy storage goal will play a crucial role. By integrating advanced technology, fostering local expertise, and prioritizing safety, the company aims to contribute significantly to stabilizing the national energy grid while supporting renewable energy growth. “A sustainable business and balanced grid are achievable with research, cutting-edge technology, and a well-coordinated value chain,” concluded Doicaru.
The conference “Digitalization and Energy Efficiency – Bucharest” was organised by Energynomics together with the Italian Chamber of Commerce for Romania – CCIpR, with the support of our partners: Bonatti, Datacor, Elektra Renewable Support, Elvo, Enexus Renewable Energy, Generali, HBI Real Estate, Intesa Sanpaolo Bank, Keno Energy, Personnel Select, Polytrade Global, Prime Batteries Technology, Prysmian, Schneider Electric, SolarX Power, UniCredit Bank, VARD, WALDEVAR Energy, WEBUS 4 Energy.