Statkraft and SUNCATCHER Partner to Commercialise Hybrid Solar and Storage Projects Supporting Germany’s Energy Transition

Statkraft and SUNCATCHER Partner to Commercialise Hybrid Solar and Storage Projects Supporting Germany’s Energy Transition

(IN BRIEF) Statkraft and SUNCATCHER have agreed to collaborate on the marketing and optimisation of three hybrid solar and battery storage projects in Germany, marking a further step in the development of integrated renewable energy systems. The projects, with a combined photovoltaic capacity of 34.5 MWp and battery storage capacity of 24 MWh, are expected to become operational in the second half of 2026. Statkraft will manage both the energy generation and storage components as a unified system, using advanced control strategies to align production with market conditions and grid requirements. The agreement, which runs until 2031, includes a profit-sharing model for the battery assets and aims to enhance revenue potential while maintaining financial transparency. The partnership highlights the growing importance of hybrid energy solutions in improving grid stability and economic performance, and reinforces Statkraft’s role in supporting Germany’s transition to renewable energy.

(PRESS RELEASE) DÜSSELDORF, 6-May-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — Statkraft and SUNCATCHER have entered into an agreement to jointly advance the commercialisation of three hybrid solar and battery storage projects in Germany. Finalised at the end of February 2026, the partnership reflects the increasing importance of integrated renewable solutions and reinforces Statkraft’s position in Germany’s expanding hybrid energy market.

The projects—Klötze II, Salzwedel, and Seehausen—have been developed by SUNCATCHER and are scheduled to become operational in the second half of 2026. Once commissioned, they will be transferred to Statkraft, which will oversee their marketing and optimisation. Combined, the facilities will deliver a photovoltaic capacity of 34.5 MWp, alongside battery systems with an output of 12 MW and a storage capacity of 24 MWh. The batteries will be exclusively charged using electricity generated by the associated solar installations. The agreement extends through 2031, with both companies expressing interest in building a longer-term collaboration.

Under the arrangement, Statkraft will manage the commercial operations of both the solar generation and the battery storage assets as a unified hybrid system. Electricity generated by the solar installations will be sold through direct marketing mechanisms, while a profit-sharing structure has been established for the battery storage component.

Operationally, Statkraft will coordinate generation, storage, and market participation through an integrated control approach. This includes aligning battery charging and discharging cycles with solar output as well as responding to market dynamics and grid requirements. Such a model requires specialised expertise in renewable energy trading and battery optimisation, enabling the projects to capture additional revenue opportunities while maintaining clear and predictable financial performance.

Sascha Schröder, Vice President Central European Origination at Statkraft, highlighted the partnership as an example of innovative market integration for renewable energy. He pointed to hybrid systems as a key enabler for combining economic viability with grid stability, even in evolving market conditions, while strengthening Statkraft’s role as a strategic partner for advanced renewable assets in Germany.

Klaas Bauermann, responsible for new business at Statkraft in Germany, noted that hybrid projects reach their full potential when operational flexibility, market responsiveness, and commercial strategies are closely aligned. By actively managing assets in response to price signals, the company aims to unlock additional value through short-term market opportunities.

Maximilian Lanig, Chief Investment Officer of SUNCATCHER Group, explained that selecting a partner with strong expertise in short-term energy markets was essential to fully capitalise on the capabilities of hybrid assets. He added that the agreed profit-sharing model combines efficient asset management with a transparent revenue framework, supporting stronger financial performance for the projects.

Building on its earlier hybrid project in Zerbst in Saxony-Anhalt, Statkraft continues to expand its footprint in integrated renewable energy solutions through this collaboration. The partnership supports the company’s broader strategy to grow its generation portfolio and develop advanced marketing approaches, while contributing to Germany’s ongoing energy transition.

Media Contacts:

Lars Magnus Günther
Corporate media relations lead
Telephone: +47 912 41 636
E-mail: larsmagnus.gunther@statkraft.com

Nora Niepagenkemper
Press Officer, Statkraft Germany GmbH
Telephone: +49 163 912 0100
E-mail: nora.niepagenkemper@statkra

SOURCE: Statkraft