Orion Energy Systems announced the launch of its first on‑site battery energy storage systems (BESS) at three California facilities, marking the start of a planned ten‑site rollout that will enable customers to store excess solar power for use during nighttime or peak demand periods.
The BESS units feature bi‑directional connectivity, allowing each site to operate on or off the grid and to manage power flow through a controller that optimizes battery usage. The systems are designed to power lighting, electric‑vehicle charging, and other operations from stored energy, reducing grid dependence and improving energy‑efficiency goals.
CEO Sally Washlow said the launch "responds to increasing customer demand" for integrated energy‑management solutions that combine LED lighting, EV charging and maintenance services with on‑site storage, underscoring the company’s strategy to broaden its electrical‑infrastructure offering.
Financially, Orion’s core LED lighting segment has seen a decline in revenue, while its EV charging business has grown, and the company’s gross margin improved to 25.4% for FY 2025 from 23.1% the year before. The BESS deployment is expected to create recurring service opportunities and enhance revenue quality, helping to offset headwinds in legacy segments and support the company’s long‑term growth trajectory.
The battery‑storage market is highly competitive, with major players such as GE, ABB, BYD, Tesla, CATL and LG Energy Solution. Orion’s strategy of integrating storage with its existing lighting and charging solutions positions it to differentiate itself and capture a share of the projected $114 billion global market by 2032.
Investors reacted positively to the announcement, reflecting confidence in Orion’s diversification strategy and its ability to capitalize on the growing demand for renewable‑energy integration and storage solutions.
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