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From battery storage systems modelling, to revenue optimization platforms, battery analytics, and virtual power plants, there is a wide variety of software layers that battery energy storage systems can have.

Due to the ongoing technological development as well as the evolving flexibility needs of the energy system, new software features are set to grow in the coming years.

With fire risk a key concern for the industry, new solutions are emerging. Battery safety has come a long way, but there is still room for improvement.

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IFA 2026: Bluetti’s new products unveiled, rugged Pioneer 5000 is ready for job sites Bluetti's booth at IFA 2026 held launches of its new products, infomation sessions and workshops, and panels.
Tristan Rayner
Sep 11, 2026
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Why German energy provider Rabot Energy is selling a 2 kWh AC-only battery, no solar required Avoiding the need for smart meters, dynamic tariffs are made possible with Rabot Energy, with a guaranteed subsidy.
Tristan Rayner
Sep 11, 2026
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Cyberattack on BESS fleets ‘probable’ by 2031, modeling warns New risk analysis outlines how weaponizing remote cloud controls across utility-scale storage fleets could destabilize entire power grids, with researchers warning of a 92% probability of a major incident by 2031 under current practices.
Tristan Rayner
Sep 08, 2026
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IFA 2026: Jackery’s 100 kWh residential battery makes an appearance Alongside Jackery's other IFA announcements, its 100 kWh innovation caught attention.
Tristan Rayner
Sep 08, 2026
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Southco launches multi-point latch for BESS enclosures Southco has introduced the F2, a multi-point latch for battery storage enclosures, which the company says improves space efficiency, field servicing and sealing compared with conventional vertical rod latches.
Brian Publicover
Sep 04, 2026
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Interview with ESS Inc CEO Drew Buckley ESS Inc President and CEO Drew Buckley tells ESS News the company has pivoted its strategy in 2026 around sodium-ion storage, citing nearly $1 billion in early-stage opportunities and a more measured approach to its iron flow technology amid tight liquidity.
Tristan Rayner
Sep 04, 2026
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Chinese inverter and BESS makers stress compliance as US restrictions widen Chinese suppliers are emphasizing compliance, limited U.S. exposure and geographic diversification as Washington broadens restrictions on power equipment.
Vincent Shaw
Sep 03, 2026

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Dr. George Hilton talking to Marija Maisch
In Conversation: ‘Good time to be battery storage developer’ At Intersolar Europe 2024, ESS News spoke with George Hilton, research and analysis manager at S&P Global, about the state of play in the battery energy storage supply chain and falling prices. According to Hilton, the overcapacity at every level of the supply chain has led to prices that are no longer sustainable for many market players. Meanwhile, technological innovation has led to an unprecedented variety of battery storage technologies on offer, and for a great number of markets the right time to jump in is now.
Marija Maisch
Jun 27, 2024
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Quantum 2 battery energy storage
In Conversation: Wärtsilä’s strategy of concentration Go big or go home might be the new motto in the battery energy storage industry, but some players are taking a more thoughtful approach. pv magazine ESS News caught up with Wärtsilä Energy Storage & Optimisation (ES&O) at last week’s Smarter E in Munich to discuss its business and technology strategies.
Marija Maisch
Jun 26, 2024
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Hoymiles battery for balcony PV systems
Hoymiles launches AC-coupled battery for balcony PV systems The Chinese company says its new product has a storage capacity of 2,240 Wh and an expected lifespan of 6,000 cycles.
Lior Kahana
Jun 26, 2024
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Fire fighter extinguishing fire
Fire at South Korea primary lithium battery factory kills 22 At least 22 people, most of them foreign nationals, were killed in a massive fire at a South Korean factory that manufactures non-rechargeable lithium batteries in Hwaseong city, just south of Seoul. The cause of the blaze is still being investigated.
Marija Maisch
Jun 24, 2024
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Container with battery energy storage systems is placed on a trailer
In Conversation: Weight – a new challenge for BESS in Europe Driven by the demand for higher efficiency and cost reduction, large-scale battery energy storage systems are increasigly featuring higher capacity cells. This has given rise to new challenges on the logistics front, particularly on the European soil. pv magazine ESS News caught up with Trina Storage at last week's Smarter E show to discuss this.
Marija Maisch
Jun 24, 2024
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Workers assembling Immersi XE50 battery system
Xing Mobility forays into stationary battery storage Xing Mobility has released its Immersi XE50 battery system designed for both renewable energy applications and commercial and residential uses. The Taiwan-based company says its solution is capable of reaching up to 1500V. 
Carrie Hampel
Jun 21, 2024
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Rolls Royce Energy Packs
Rolls Royce & CATL launch Tener grid-scale battery solution in the EU and UK The Rolls-Royce Power Systems (RRPS) division and battery-making giant CATL have signed a strategic cooperation agreement to launch CATL’s new Tener product line in the European Union (EU) and the UK.
Carrie Hampel
Jun 20, 2024
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Chart showing the simulation for one autumn day
BESS, deep learning simulations: decrease in wholesale price variability Donato Leo is the author of a study on the relationship between photovoltaics, batteries and wholesale energy prices in Italy. Leo's deep learning simulations suggest changes in energy prices as installed battery capacity increases.
Sergio Matalucci
Jun 20, 2024
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Stationary storage systems from The Mobility House
The Mobility House moves forward with second-life battery systems and launches vehicle-to-grid business The Mobility House (THM) has announced a number of advances over the last week. The Munich-based company just launched its vehicle-to-grid (V2G) business and had their stationary storage systems in Germany requalified with transmission system operators.
Carrie Hampel
Jun 19, 2024

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