The Molten Salt Energy Storage (MOSS) plant in Esbjerg, Denmark, is the world’s first facility to store green electricity in molten hydroxide salt at temperatures of up to 700 degrees Celsius, significantly contributing to the global energy transition – a highly compressed and effective way to store energy from wind and solar.
By enabling industries and utility companies to replace fossil fuels with green electricity for heat and steam production, this innovative plant plays a crucial role in reducing global energy consumption and CO2 emissions.
By transforming green electricity into a storable, high-temperature form, MOSS advances energy storage technology and supports a more sustainable energy grid, making it a vital component in the shift towards cleaner energy solutions.
The Jury says
Molten Salt exemplifies the imagination and courage it took to recognize the potential in a nascent technology and see its strategic application in sustainable energy.
Despite challenges – technical complexity, market bias toward established systems, and cost pressures – the team used a collaborative design approach, addressing diverse use cases and crafting solutions for a complex landscape.
This journey transformed raw technology into a powerful, scalable solution, engaging stakeholders and investors through a clear narrative. Purpose-driven and creatively navigated, this design solution highlights a model for scalable impact in sustainable transitions, balancing high-level strategy with practical, detailed execution.
