Huawei Enters Armenia's Energy Market: Insights on the Launch of Energy Storage Systems
YEREVAN, April 6. /ARKA/. Armenia is gearing up to enhance its energy storage sector.
Authorities are planning to implement licensing for this activity while exploring potential technological solutions and partnerships with international firms, including Huawei.
New Licensing Framework
On April 1, the Armenian government sanctioned bills that amend the laws "On Energy," "On Licensing," and "On State Duty."
David Khudatyan, the Minister of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure, who is responsible for the energy sector, indicated that these amendments are designed to license electricity storage operations.
"Under the new legislative changes, the Public Services Regulatory Commission (PSRC) will issue licenses. Organizations that obtain licenses will be permitted to store electricity within the designated areas specified in their licenses," Khudatyan stated.
He also mentioned that these licensed entities would be allowed to buy and sell electricity on the wholesale market in line with market regulations.
However, facilities with a capacity of up to 1 MW, as well as those exceeding 1 MW, will not require licensing if they are solely for on-site consumption.
Engagement with Huawei
On March 31, a delegation from Huawei's regional office met with Mesrop Mesropyan, the Head of the Public Services Regulatory Commission of Armenia. During the meeting, the significance of energy storage stations was highlighted, especially considering the current operational conditions of the energy system.
Huawei specialists showcased examples of battery energy storage systems (BESS) utilized in the European Union and the Baltic States, discussing the benefits and capabilities of these systems in addressing challenges posed by the extensive deployment of solar power plants.
The two parties agreed to further their collaboration, which will promote the adoption of energy storage technologies in Armenia.
Expert Evaluation
In a discussion with the ARKA news agency, economist Hrant Mikaelyan described the Armenian government's plan to license energy storage operations as a timely and significant move.
At the same time, the expert emphasized that the ultimate success will hinge on the timeline for implementation.
"If this initiative is carried out, it will represent a very timely and crucial step. However, achieving results is essential, and understanding the timeline is paramount. We have already witnessed delays in schedules, such as in the construction of reservoirs," Mikaelyan remarked.
Statistical Insights
Based on official data, electricity production in Armenia in 2025 surpassed 10 billion kWh, marking a 6.7% increase from 2024. Thermal power plants contributed 33.6%, or around 3.3 billion kWh (a 4.4% decrease), while the Armenian Nuclear Power Plant (ANPP) accounted for 29.1%, or over 2.9 billion kWh (a 3% increase). Hydroelectric power plants generated 21%, or 2.1 billion kWh, reflecting a growth of 2.3%.
Regarding solar power plants, their contribution was 16.3%, equating to 1.62 billion kWh of electricity (a remarkable increase of 66.9%), while wind power plants represented 0.02%, or 1.2 million kWh (a 3% decline).-0-
