Bavaria threaten power outages: network expansion lags behind solar energy!

Bavaria threaten power outages: network expansion lags behind solar energy!

The topic of energy supply is currently on everyone's lips, and a lot is happening in this area, especially in Bavaria. According to the experts in the energy industry, the risk of regional power failures has increased, and this is primarily due to the slow network expansion. While solar energy grows rapidly in this country, the network expansion does not keep up, which can lead to serious problems. Especially on cloudless days, in view of the high solar power offerings, alarm willingness is reported by the network operators, such as [Antenne Bayern] (https://www.antenne.de/nachrichten/bayern/langsamer-netzbau-waßen-dauo- Regionaler-stromausfaelle-steigt).

The general manager of the Bavarian Energy and Water Management (VBB), Marian Rappl, sums it up: The photovoltaic systems grow faster than the power grid can be expanded. This not only leads to a significant part of the generated solar power in Bavaria, but also increases the risk of regional and temporarily limited shutdowns. In 2024, for example, almost a terawatt hour of solar power had to be settled, which further reinforced the problem.

challenges from the network expansion

The Bavarian Minister of Economic Affairs sees the restrictions on the power supply due to network passes as unlikely. Nevertheless, network operators such as Tennet have already taken measures to avoid overload. Another risk is the planned controlled load shutdowns, which are to be used as a final means if all other options are exhausted. A working group in the VBB has already dealt with scenarios that could make such load shutdowns necessary.

The urgent need for a rapid power line construction is also confirmed by the state government. The plans for new maximum voltage lines from northern to southern Germany have been a central topic since the early nuclear phase-out in 2022. However, the implementation disturbs resistance among the population, which is why underground blueprints for the room route Suedlink and Suedostlink are considered. Unfortunately, these lead to higher costs and time delays, whereby the Suedostlink should not go into operation until 2027 and the Suedlink 2028.

The role of solar energy

Where is the trip to Bavarian solar energy going? The forecasts are still optimistic, even dynamic. Cities and municipalities in Bavaria, such as Walldorf, rely on solar power and invest a lot. Walldorf plans to become "solar city" and has so far put over five million euros in solar systems. Innovative citizens benefit from grants, such as Stefan Bender, whose solar system produces more electricity than his family can consume. Such a development shows that the feed -in of solar power is a challenge for the network, but also has opportunities.

Behind the scenes is being worked on on solutions. Changes in the law that have been in force since February 25 should be prevented from being overloaded. New solar systems are now obliged to be equipped with artificial intelligence in order to control the feed -in into the power grid. In addition, smart meters and control boxes must be installed. The goals include long -term direct marketing of solar power and avoiding solar power peaks that make the network operators with great challenges.

All of these developments make it clear that the expansion of renewable energies, especially solar energy, is not only a technical but also a social challenge. The acceptance of the population, the consideration of environmental perspectives and the information about necessary measures are essential to pave the way to a sustainable energy future.

Learning from these challenges will be crucial to make the power grid fit for the future. Because the growing proportion of renewable energies requires a flexible and future -oriented energy system in which all cogs interlock. What exactly this can look like will certainly remain an exciting topic in the coming years, especially in an energy -intensive country like Bavaria, where the need for electricity is increasing.