FlexGen Selected by Vitol Subsidiary VC Renewables to Deploy 2GWh of Energy Storage
VC Renewables is backed by Vitol, the world’s largest independent energy trader with a global energy storage pipeline of more than 10GW. The agreement marks a significant step towards enhancing grid resiliency and reliability through innovative energy storage solutions.
“In today’s dynamic energy landscape, ensuring grid resiliency is paramount. By partnering with FlexGen, a bankable service provider known for its expertise in energy storage, we are confident in our ability to deliver robust solutions that fortify grid infrastructure against disruptions,” said R. Andrew de Pass, Head of Renewable and Sustainable Investment at Vitol., Inc. “This partnership demonstrates our shared commitment to delivering cutting-edge technology and comprehensive engineering support, ensuring the seamless integration and sustained performance of energy storage solutions in diverse grid environments.”
“Vitol and VC Renewables bring unmatched expertise to navigating the nuanced engineering challenges of grid resiliency projects, setting them apart in an industry where precision and sophistication are critical to maximizing system availability,” said Kelcy Pegler, CEO of FlexGen. “Their collaborative approach, coupled with FlexGen’s HybridOS Software Platform and lifecycle services, will ensure industry-leading performance for the life of the system, advancing the energy transition through grid resiliency.”
The collaboration underscores the critical importance of leveraging cutting-edge technologies to address the evolving challenges of grid resiliency. This latest agreement builds on the company’s partnership; Vitol was an anchor investor in FlexGen’s $100 Million Series C round. FlexGen and VC Renewables are revolutionizing the energy landscape by leveraging their combined expertise to deploy innovative energy storage solutions that enhance grid resiliency and reliability. The latest strategic collaboration reaffirms the companies’ dedication to driving sustainable energy transformation and delivering tangible benefits to communities worldwide.