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Croatia has only 11 MW of battery energy storage despite significant investor interest, according to the Croatian Chamber of Commerce (HGK). The lack of a grid connection fee, pending since September 2022, is a major barrier to investment.

Croatia imports 60% of its energy, exacerbating its trade deficit. The National Energy and Climate Plan targets 250 MW of battery capacity by 2030, but only about 60% of the target is expected to be met this year.

Challenges include unclear grid charges and restrictive business models for battery operations. The HGK highlights that regulatory changes are needed for effective battery integration into the energy market.