The partnership will also involve Tallarna, a climate tech and finance platform, to support this initiative.
The partnership builds on ABB’s 2024 strategic investment in GridBeyond, combining ABB’s expertise in electrification and automation with GridBeyond’s advanced energy management technology. GridBeyond’s AI-driven platform will optimize ABB’s battery energy storage systems, enabling real-time energy management and participation in demand-side response programs. This integration aims to enhance energy efficiency and support grid stability.
Businesses adopting this service can expect reduced energy costs, lower carbon emissions, and improved operational resilience. GridBeyond’s platform provides accurate energy price forecasting, guiding strategic decisions on battery charging and discharging to align with market trends while extending battery lifespan. These features help clients maximize both financial and environmental benefits.
GridBeyond CEO Michael Phelan emphasized the partnership’s significance: “As a strategic investor and long-term partner, ABB shares our vision of accelerating the global transition to a flexible, sustainable energy system. Battery storage systems help to enhance grid stability, integrate renewable energy sources and improve cost efficiency for C&I customers.” He further noted: “But to take advantage of these benefits, it is crucial to analyse the projects’ feasibility, the financial implications, and have an accurate AI platform that can maximise batteries’ potential. This partnership with both ABB and Tallarna supplies the expertise and resources to deliver successful solutions for C&I customers and to ensure a successful transition to a net-zero future.”
The initiative also involves Tallarna, a climate technology and finance platform, which contributes data analytics, insurance solutions, and financing expertise. Tallarna’s involvement helps mitigate risks associated with BESS projects and clarifies their financial benefits. Tallarna CEO and co-founder Tim Meanock stated: “BESS-as-a-service offers customers a reliable, sustainable and profitable energy solution, one that focuses on reducing risk and maximising financial benefits. This makes it easier for businesses to thrive in a rapidly evolving energy landscape.”
In March 2025, ABB announced a $120 million investment to expand its low-voltage electrification product manufacturing in the United States, further strengthening its commitment to advancing energy solutions.
