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AlphaESS UK at the Energy Storage & Distributed Energy Shows: Key Takeaways

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The past few months have been an exciting time for AlphaESS UK, with our team actively participating in the Energy Storage Show and the Distributed Energy Show. These events brought together industry leaders, innovators, and customers to discuss the latest advancements in battery energy storage systems (BESS) and the future of distributed energy solutions.

Both events were a fantastic opportunity to showcase our innovations and strengthen partnerships, from launching new products to discussing market trends and industry challenges.

In this Energise article, we delve into the detail of each event and discuss some of the key takeaways.
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A Market on the Rise

As a Gold Sponsor, AlphaESS UK had a strong presence at the Energy Storage Show, showcasing our large-scale Commercial & Industrial (C&I) solutions and Utility-Scale battery storage containers. One of the biggest highlights was the soft launch of our new 5MW battery storage container, marking a significant milestone for AlphaESS UK. (More details and visuals to follow!)

The event confirmed that BESS adoption is accelerating across Europe, with Germany, Poland, and the Baltic states leading the way. In fact, our stand attracted more European visitors than UK attendees, reflecting the strong push for renewable energy integration across the continent.

    However, one of the biggest challenges highlighted across Europe, in our conversations, was grid connectivity for renewables—a problem familiar to the UK market. Discussions at the event focused on the monetisation of BESS assets, with particular attention to:

    New offtake agreements

    These contracts are evolving to provide more flexible terms, but they come with higher risks that need careful consideration and management.

    The future of tolling agreements

    Companies are exploring different contract lengths, pricing models, and risk-sharing mechanisms to create sustainable revenue streams for battery storage projects.

    Another major focus was safety and regulations, particularly fire risk management and thermal runaway prevention in large-scale BESS projects. With the increasing deployment of grid-scale storage, the industry is developing stricter safety protocols to ensure long-term reliability and compliance, something we wholeheartedly welcome.

    AlphaESS products and services are a perfect solution to scale to any energy storage requirements, and we now have project case studies across many parts of the world, including Europe. One example of this is the project with our partner, Green Genius, in Lithuania. Nerijus Virbickas, their Innovation team leader, joined us at the show and presented the project case study. To access this presentation, click the link below:

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    Building Stronger Partnerships

    While smaller in scale than Solar & Storage Live, the Distributed Energy Show provided valuable opportunities to engage with key industry players.

    AlphaESS UK shared a stand with Waxman Energy, one of our key UK partners, and showcased two of our key products:

    Our residential G3 range

    A smart and flexible home battery storage solution.

    The H30 C&I cabinet solution

    A BESS solution to support businesses to manage their energy storage needs efficiently.
    The event had a strong mix of exhibitors, ranging from technology firms and energy providers to heating specialists, electrical firms, and other battery manufacturers. We also had the chance to catch up with partners, including Jonathan Sampson from GridImp and Danny Jennings from Equiwatt, and we discussed how energy storage is evolving alongside grid flexibility solutions.

      Key Takeaways from the show

      • Demand flexibility services are growing - More companies now offer these services, helping businesses and homeowners manage their energy use more efficiently.
      • Flexible tariffs aren’t just from Octopus – Various energy providers now offer competitive tariffs that optimise battery storage for cost savings.
      • Battery demand continues to rise – As energy prices fluctuate, more businesses and homeowners are turning to energy storage solutions for resilience and efficiency.
      Given the success of this year’s event, AlphaESS UK, in partnership with Waxman Energy, has already confirmed our return next year at Stand 916, right opposite the main stand.
      For more information on the Solar & Storage event please follow AlphaESS UK on LinkedIn where you will find articles from across the three days.
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