The economics of battery storage systems (BESS) in Europe look much rosier following changes to the European Union’s (EU) power pricing structure in October, with several countries offering the potential for BESS profits to rise more than a 15%, according to Rystad Energy analysis. The new EU system sets power prices every 15 minutes, rather than every hour, giving BESS operators more opportunities to buy electricity when it’s cheap and sell it when prices rise. Since the new system was implemented, arbitr ...

Core Insights - Bimergen Energy Corporation has appointed Cole W. Johnson and Robert J. Brilon as co-CEOs to lead the company into its next growth phase [1] Company Overview - Bimergen Energy Corporation is focused on utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects, aiming to enhance grid reliability and mitigate energy price volatility [5] - The company collaborates with institutional investors to finance, construct, and operate energy storage facilities under long-term agreements, ensuring stable revenue [5] Leadership Experience - Cole W. Johnson brings nearly two decades of experience in the energy sector, with a strong background in corporate finance and project management, having secured $250 million in financing for Bimergen [2][4] - Robert J. Brilon has served as CFO since 2021, contributing to corporate financial management and compliance, with experience in various leadership roles across multiple industries [3][4] Strategic Growth Initiatives - The company has secured $250 million in mezzanine and equity financing, which is expected to unlock over $1 billion in capacity for construction and equipment procurement [4] - Bimergen is working on 23 battery energy storage system development projects, targeting 2 Giga Watts of operational energy arbitrage revenues [4] Management's Vision - The co-CEOs express confidence in their ability to drive sustainable and scalable growth, emphasizing the importance of prudent financial and operational decisions for long-term success [4]