Businesses are focusing on grid resilience, exploring strategies like prosumerism and energy storage

From Yahoo Finance: 2025-06-17 13:07:00

Businesses are rethinking centralized power use due to growing power grid vulnerabilities. Strategies like prosumerism and energy storage are explored for operational continuity. Aging grid infrastructure and the need for smart systems were highlighted by major outages in Spain, Portugal, and Heathrow Airport. Data centers face high costs from power outages, prompting a shift in mindset towards energy system resilience. Battery energy storage systems are seen as crucial for stability and grid support, especially in volatile energy markets. Businesses are advised to invest in trusted partners for battery optimization and management to minimize risks and enhance market participation. Advanced digital technologies and business models are evolving in the prosumer space to manage power solutions effectively. The increasing electrification trend will bring higher electricity demand by 2040, necessitating digital solutions and partnerships to navigate complexities and unlock economic opportunities.



Read more at Yahoo Finance: ABB Electrification Service on securing grid resilience for businesses