hep global, an internationally active specialist in solar project development and battery energy storage systems, has successfully completed the project development phase for its largest solar project to date in Germany. The 35.7 MWp “Buckelacker” solar park, located in Eppingen near the company’s headquarters in Guglingen, is now entering the construction phase, according to a release issued via NEWMEDIAWIRE.
Spanning approximately 30 hectares, the “Buckelacker” solar park is designed to generate about 38 million kilowatt-hours of solar power annually. In theory, this output would supply the annual energy needs of roughly 10,800 households with renewable energy. The electricity will be fed into the regional power grid via a newly constructed substation at Hohenstein.
A key feature of the project is an integrated green energy storage system with a capacity of 20.3 MWh and an output of 10 MW. This storage component expands the technical applications of the solar park and enhances the economic benefits of the electricity generated. It temporarily stores solar power and feeds it into the grid during periods of higher electricity prices, allowing for more efficient energy management and potentially greater returns.
Benjamin Brasch, Manager of Project Development for South-West Germany at hep global, emphasized the local significance of the project. “This project is something special for us. It combines the development of a local solar project with the experience we have gained in various markets around the world,” Brasch said. “The fact that we have developed our largest German solar project to date in the immediate vicinity of our headquarters also underscores our long-term commitment to the region.”
The completion of the development phase marks an important milestone for hep global. Construction work, which is now beginning, will be coordinated by ZaberSolar GmbH. The company expects to complete construction in the first half of 2027.
This project matters because it demonstrates the growing scale of renewable energy developments in Germany and highlights the integration of battery storage to improve grid stability and economic performance. As Europe continues to transition toward cleaner energy sources, projects like “Buckelacker” contribute to reducing carbon emissions and enhancing energy independence. For hep global, which employs around 120 people worldwide with subsidiaries in Germany, Italy, Poland, the USA, Canada, and Japan, this project reinforces its strategic focus on greenfield developments and BESS integration.
The successful execution of this solar park could serve as a model for future projects, showing how local development can benefit from international expertise. It also signals to the industry that large-scale solar-plus-storage projects are becoming increasingly viable, potentially accelerating investment in similar initiatives. For readers, this means more renewable energy capacity, which can lead to a more sustainable and resilient energy system. More information about hep global is available at www.hepsolar.com.
