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Intelligent power management company Eaton announced the xStorage™ battery energy storage system (BESS) to accelerate decarbonization projects and maximize the impact of onsite renewables. By providing the ability to strategically dispatch stored energy and operate independently from the electric grid, the solution can help communities and businesses reduce energy costs, lower carbon emissions and maintain power during utility outages.   xStorage BESS Energy storage is the cornerstone of Eaton’s Everything as a Grid approach to the energy transition. The interoperable xStorage BESS transforms facilities from loads on the grid into intelligent energy assets by accumulating energy from onsite generation sources and discharging the energy strategically to make the biggest impact. The solution enables customers to tap into stored energy when utility rates are highest, if an outage is detected, or when energy markets are favorable for selling excess energy back onto the grid.  grid-interactive energy storage technology “Communities and businesses have a significant opportunity to improve the environment and the bottom line by taking greater control over their energy systems,” said Aidan Graham, senior vice president and general manager of Critical Power Solutions at Eaton. “We’ve already proven the capabilities of our grid-interactive energy storage technology within the data center industry. Now, we’re excited to help even more customers advance reliable, sustainable, and affordable power with our xStorage BESS.” digital capabilities Predictive, remote equipment health monitoring and system management are enabled With built-in microgrid islanding capabilities, xStorage BESS helps minimize the impact of unplanned utility outages. It also provides the digital capabilities needed to monetize energy systems through participation in grid-connected demand response programs and energy markets. Predictive, remote equipment health monitoring and system management are enabled through Eaton’s Brightlayer software suite. modular design To help customers scale as needs evolve, Eaton’s xStorage BESS provides 250 to 1000 kilo-watt hours (kWh) of usable stored energy and can be paralleled to double capacity in the future. A modular design provides customers with flexible installation options and a reduced footprint. With Eaton’s national network of highly trained field service engineers, the turnkey solution can incorporate expert commissioning and lifecycle maintenance services.

Intelligent power management company Eaton announces a collaboration with Treehouse to enable high-quality, cost-effective, and code-compliant residential electrification projects. The collaboration brings together Eaton’s digitally enabled electrical solutions with Treehouse’s AI-powered software and end-to-end installation capabilities, helping expedite the energy transition and electrification at home with EV charging, energy storage, heat pumps, and more. fast, accurate pricing Consumers looking to electrify and reduce their carbon footprint at home need to understand the installation time and costs required to make it happen. Eaton and Treehouse will provide consumers with fast, accurate pricing and access to licensed electricians for safe, code-compliant installations.  deploying smart solutions The companies will streamline and expedite retrofit and new construction projects from scoping Treehouse will programmatically apply Eaton’s intelligent hardware solutions to specific installations and scope projects accordingly, helping ensure the smartest solutions are deployed at scale. Together, the companies will streamline and expedite retrofit and new construction projects from scoping, design, and bid to installation and provide electrical contractors with pre-sold jobs. energy transition   “At Eaton, we’re all in on the energy transition and we’re making it happen at scale by delivering breakout technologies and industry collaborations needed to delight customers and make it more accessible and affordable,” said Paul Ryan, general manager of Connected Solutions and EV Charging at Eaton. “Treehouse consistently ranks among the highest in customer loyalty and satisfaction, which is vital for Eaton and our joint customers. We’re confident this collaboration will streamline and expedite U.S. electrification projects, driving consistency, reliability, and sustainability, while saving time and money.” Home as a Grid approach The multi-pronged collaboration advances Eaton’s Home as a Grid approach by simplifying and accelerating a safe energy transition: Reducing the obstacles to electrification and helping ensure the smartest, most effective solutions are deployed through Treehouse’s end-to-end installation platform and a nationwide network of contractors. Helping electricians complete more projects faster by saving time at the electrical panel, incorporating the most innovative and effective hardware, and reducing the truck rolls required to design and bid each project. Providing consumers with detailed project scopes, accurate costs, and access to licensed electricians at the point of sale to enhance transparency, fast-track projects and avoid unnecessary upgrades. Supporting best-in-class, installation programs for automotive OEMs, utilities, and hardware manufacturers at scale. Cost-effective electrification “Eaton is both an industry pioneer and an innovating pioneer in the electrification age,” said Eric Owski, Treehouse CEO. “Our collaboration with Eaton will accelerate our ability to deliver turnkey and cost-effective electrification projects, from EV charging to home energy storage and heat pumps.”  AbleEdge home energy management ecosystem The Eaton Certified Contractor Network will have access to Treehouse’s end-to-end installation platform Under the agreement, Eaton will become the preferred technology supplier for Treehouse installations, providing the solutions to support residential projects, including its AbleEdge home energy management ecosystem, Green Motion EV chargers, and expansive portfolio of smart home solutions. The Eaton Certified Contractor Network will have access to Treehouse’s end-to-end installation platform that supports scoping, design, permitting, and installation. Treehouse Treehouse is a software-enabled installation platform for electrification projects. By operating as a centralized, end-to-end partner, Treehouse helps companies – including auto retailers, fleet providers, utilities, and electrification hardware manufacturers – scale electrification programs nationwide and deliver seamless, delightful installation experiences for customers.

Intelligent power management company Eaton announced the appointment of Omar Zaire to president, Corporate and Electrical Sector, Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region. Zaire succeeds Tim Darkes, who has announced his upcoming retirement from Eaton, effective June 1, 2025. Zaire will report to Heath Monesmith, Chief Operating Officer, Electrical Sector, and will join Eaton’s senior leadership team.  Transformation and growth “Tim is an inspirational pioneer who has contributed significantly to our transformation and growth within the EMEA region,” said Monesmith. "I am grateful for his years of commitment to the team and want to extend my sincere congratulations on his retirement.” Zaire has 27 years of experience in the electrical industry, with 16 of those years at Eaton. He is currently the senior vice president and general manager, Power Reliability Division, Electrical Sector, Americas. Since joining Eaton, he has held numerous leadership roles of increasing responsibility across the world, including the role of general manager of Eaton’s Jundiai, Sao Paulo, site and as the vice president and general manager of the Latin America region of Electrical Sector Americas. Prior to Eaton, Zaire held sales and leadership roles at Rockwell Automation, Weidmann Electrical and ABB.  Products for data center Zaire holds a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from Instituto Mauá de Tecnologia Zaire holds a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from Instituto Mauá de Tecnologia in São Paulo, Brazil, and an executive MBA from the University of Richmond, Virginia, USA. Eaton is an intelligent power management company dedicated to protecting the environment and improving the quality of life for people everywhere. They make products for the data center, utility, industrial, commercial, machine building, residential, aerospace, and mobility markets. Power management challenges They are guided by the commitment to do business right, to operate sustainably and to help the customers manage power ─ and well into the future. By capitalizing on the global growth trends of electrification and digitalization, they’re accelerating the planet’s transition to renewable energy sources, helping to solve the world’s most urgent power management challenges, and building a more sustainable society for people today and generations to come. Eaton was founded in 1911 and has been listed on the New York Stock Exchange for more than a century. They reported revenues of USD 23.2 billion in 2023 and serve customers in more than 160 countries.