There is one agent on the energy market, the appearance of which was dictated by developing utility-scale energy storage systems on the market. You can own the asset but how to make money our of it?
Those agents offer their services in managing the revenue stack of BESS projects, and they called BESS Optimisers.
A BESS Optimiser (Battery Energy Storage System Optimiser) is a software or hardware solution designed to maximise the efficiency, performance, and economic return of battery energy storage systems. These systems are used to store and manage energy, often in conjunction with renewable energy sources like solar or wind, or as part of grid management strategies.
There could be a wider market for such players as energy systems become more distributed.
Optimisers Functions
List of BESS Optimisers in the UK
| Company | About |
|---|---|
| Ampowr info@ampowr.com 0880186200 | “We provide cutting-edge battery energy storage systems integrated with our proprietary Energy Optimization Platform, Cosmos™. Our holistic solution autonomously optimizes your energy assets for peak performance, leveraging the synergy of advanced hardware and intelligent software.“ |
| Anesco webenquiries@anesco.co.uk +44 (0)845 894 4444 | “Anesco offers a complete data-driven revenue optimisation service for storage and renewable assets, enabling green investment in the UK power sector and accelerating the transition to net-zero. Energy markets are complicated, but our service makes getting the most out of your assets simple; whether you have one battery, or a portfolio of renewable assets spread across multiple sites.” |
| Arenko hello@arenko.group +44(0)207 243 7101 | “We pride ourselves on solving challenging technical problems. Our experience includes data science, software engineering, trading, finance, commercial leadership, industrial engineering, operational management, high voltage infrastructure and cutting-edge energy integration systems. We are motivated at Arenko to use these skills to accelerate the development of sustainable energy systems.“ |
| BP bppress@bp.com +44 7831 095541 | “bp announces deal with investment company Harmony Energy Income Trust for physical power trading and optimization The projects will be the first new BESS assets bp has contracted to optimize since its acquisition and integration of the digital energy platform Open Energi in 2021. The software developed by Open Energi will enable real-time insight and decision-making to connect HEIT’s assets with power markets through bp’s trading business.” |
| Centrica Media@centrica.com +44 (0)1753 494000 | “We’re nominated for ‘Best Optimiser 2024’ Based on our trading performance, partnerships and results with our customers, position in the market, and the knowledge of our skilled specialists across the business, we have been nominated for ‘Best Optimiser’ at the Europe Energy Trading Awards 2024. The award show kicks off in London on November 19, and while we wait for the announcement, we’ll continue our work to create value for our customers, sustainable investors, and the green transition.” |
| Conrad Energy 01235427290 | “Conrad Energy is one of the fastest growing energy companies in the UK, backed by I Squared Capital – a global investment manager. Offering a range of solutions for businesses of all sizes, our aim is to either reduce your energy costs or increase your income – sometimes even both. Whatever your business and energy needs, we can help manage your energy and emissions efficiently, with fixed or flexible energy products tailored to your specific needs.” |
| Danske Comodities +45 8833 8181 | “A strong partner for asset optimisation As a leading energy trader with a strong reputation and expertise in intraday trading, Danske Commodities strives to be the best-in-class flexibility optimiser. Our ability to value price volatility in intraday markets and our use of advanced technology allows us to optimise battery usage and maximise returns. From managing charging and discharging to ensuring longevity and utilising market fluctuations, we have the expertise and tools to help you make informed decisions and unlock the full potential of your battery.” |
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| EDF | “EDF is a leading Route to Market provider for battery storage assets. Our people, market knowledge, experience and advanced systems enable us to support asset owners to innovate and implement a range of strategies to maximise revenue whilst protecting asset lifespans.” |
| ElectroRoute info@electroroute.com +44 28 9099 5301 | “ElectroRoute has been actively trading in power, gas and related commodities on a 24/7 basis for over ten years. Our experienced trading team provide an end to end solution including registration, trading optimisation, risk management, market access and settlement services for our clients in wholesale energy markets across Europe. Our in-house platform streamlines the complex process by providing our clients with direct market access to the physical trading markets. We currently provide trading services and market access services to a range of suppliers and generators including CCGT, Wind, Waste to Energy, CHP, Demand Side Units, Batteries, and Hydro assets.” |
| Enel X enelxuk@enel.com | “Enel X’s DER Optimization Software (DER.OS) is a scalable management software system delivered to maximize the economic value of an energy storage system. DER.OS enables users to monitor, communicate with, and control their energy network. The system interfaces with battery energy storage and other distributed energy resources to monitor energy usage and production in real time. It is comprised of two components, one cloud-based and one site-based, that interface with other software systems and hardware devices in a holistic energy management ecosphere.” |
| Engie marketing.es.uk@engie.com | ENGIE is leading the way in the energy transition and is committed to supporting the growth of Battery storage across the UK, we own and optimise the UK’s largest existing pumped hydro storage assets.” |
| Enspired Trading | “we are a leading global service provider for the commercial optimization of power assets. by offering the most technologically advanced, data-driven and fully digital trading services, we maximize profitability for asset owners with minimum time-to-market.” |
| Esforin ‘s***th.b**t@esforin.com +49.201.22038-142 | “The optimisation of battery energy storage systems (BESS) and flexibility trading go hand in hand – they are the perfect match, so to speak! Our AI-supported allocation algorithm analyses all relevant markets for your battery storage system (BESS) – be it intraday, day-ahead, aFRR or FCR – and determines the optimal choice for your battery in advance.” |
| Flexitricity info@flexitricity.com 0131 221 8100 | “At Flexitricity, we optimise assets ranging from 7kW to over 50MW across diverse markets. Our platform combines proprietary AI, advanced algorithms, and our team’s deep expertise to deliver top-tier performance and revenue. By aligning cutting-edge technology with human insight, we ensure each asset is strategically positioned and well-maintained to maximise market opportunities, driving both value and profitability.” |
| Fluence IQ | “Advanced Cloud-based Software Maximize the value of renewables and energy storage assets with Mosaic™ intelligent bidding software and Nispera™ asset performance management software. Fluence helps customers manage the growing complexity of storage and renewable assets and navigate the clean energy transition with AI-driven software.“ |
| GridBeyond service@gridbeyond.com +44 1923 882 778 | “World’s leading technology platform for managing distributed and flexible energy resources. GridBeyond understands that every kind of organisation has its own array of assets and requirements. Our technical knowledge of the unique characteristics of a wide range of industry sectors, means we unlock energy flexibility for participation in a number of energy services.” |
| Habitat Energy | “All around the world, the transition to a clean energy future is accelerating. To meet the challenge and seize the opportunities requires insight, adaptability and timing. That’s where Habitat Energy comes in. As a leading global optimizer of battery storage and renewable energy assets, we help our clients to navigate this fast-changing world. Fusing cutting-edge data science and human know-how, we specialise in delivering market-leading performance and value for asset owners, driving investment in new technologies to unlock the full potential of the energy transition.” |
| Kraken (owned by Octopus) website form | “Improve the running of large-scale wind and solar generation and grid-scale battery storage. Intelligent portfolio management and optimized dispatch means you can improve operational efficiencies and increase financial returns for all your assets.” |
| Limejump (owned by Shell) | “Limejump is a UK market leader in the intelligent trading of batteries, optimising customers’ assets across wholesale power and ancillary markets. By having access to all relevant markets, Limejump ensures that it maximises revenue for customers and supports National Grid’s task of maintaining a balanced and resilient 24/7 grid.” |
| Noriker info@noriker.co.uk +44 1242 500254 | “We supply the support that helps renewables displace nearly all generation by fossil fuels. Our unique IP lies in our integration of technology through which we achieve our commitment to sustainability, from our early days pioneering the first large scale commercial battery projects in the UK, to our first-of-kind Konik mobile battery system successfully supporting Coldplay’s Music of the Spheres world tour.” |
| Shell Energy Europe +44 (0) 20 7934 1234 | “Shell Energy in Europe offers end-to-end solutions to optimise battery energy storage systems for customers, from initial scoping to final investment decisions and delivery. Once energised, Shell Energy optimises battery systems to maximise returns for the asset owners in coordination with the operation and maintenance teams.” |
| SEFE communications@sefe-mt.com | “Having recently launched a new asset trading IT system, we’ve seen a boost in the trading performance across all of SEFE Marketing & Trading’s assets. Great news for clients who are looking to maximise their revenues, we’ve leveraged the demand for flexible gas and diesel peakers and batteries, using our experience and services to optimise trading for our partners.” |
| SSE | “Batteries can store the increasing levels of renewable energy generated from sources like solar farms and wind turbines when they are in surplus. Batteries can then supply the stored power back to the Grid when it is needed the most, helping to manage peaks of energy demand.” |
| Statkraft B***n.L***n@statkraft.com +44 (0) 7530 580 299 | “Batteries and gas engines provide the reliability and flexibility needed to keep the lights on when there’s not enough wind or sun. We will maximise the value of this facility in the short-term energy and ancillary services markets. As one of Europe’s largest traders in this space, we leverage our leading expertise in asset optimisation and algorithmic trading as we optimise your facility across all relevant markets. We operate a partnership model – working closely with you to achieve optimal performance.” |
| Wattstor sales.uk@wattstor.com +44 (0) 20 8058 0203 | “We are working towards a future where every business and community generate and use their own renewable energy. As no customer is the same, upfront system design is critical, ensuring the right combination of solar PV, batteries, EV chargers, wind turbines and heat pumps is installed. Equally important is the holistic optimisation of all these assets: in real time, onsite, yet also forward-looking into the electricity markets.” |
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