Torus is embarking on one of the largest commercial energy storage projects in Utah. Thanks to a landmark agreement signed with Gardner GroupTorus will provide nearly 26 MWh of energy storage capacity for Gardner Group’s commercial real estate portfolio.
Under the agreement, Torus will install its Torus Station energy storage and management systems at multiple Gardner Group properties. The stations will integrate advanced battery energy storage systems (BESS) with Torus’ proprietary software platform, enabling intelligent energy management, demand response capabilities and seamless integration with renewables and EV charging infrastructure.
“This deal demonstrates the growing demand for advanced energy storage solutions in the commercial sector,” said Nate Walkingshaw, CEO and co-founder of Torus. “This is an important step in energy resilience, sustainability and cost savings across the Gardner Group portfolio.”
The project will leverage Torus’ participation in Rocky Mountain Power’s Wattsmart Battery program, which supports electric grid resiliency by integrating energy storage resources into a virtual power plant (VPP) ecosystem. The company’s VPP platform enables predictive analytics for demand response, energy arbitrage and frequency regulation.
“At Gardner Group, we are committed to adopting innovative solutions that drive sustainability and operational efficiency,” said Christian Gardner, CEO of Gardner Group. “By working with Torus, we can optimize our energy management, reduce our carbon footprint and provide more value to our tenants.”
The energy storage systems will be manufactured at Torus’ state-of-the-art facility in South Salt Lake, Utah, which recently celebrated its grand opening. This deal reinforces the company’s commitment to delivering locally sourced, advanced energy solutions that strengthen the resilience and sustainability of communities across the region.
Installation of the Torus stations is expected to begin in the fourth quarter of 2024 and completion is expected in the first quarter of 2026. Once fully operational, the systems will have the capacity to store almost 26 MWh of energy and to send.
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