Volvo Energy Launches PU2000 Battery Energy Storage System

Volvo Energy, part of the Volvo Group, officially unveiled its PU2000 Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at a recent Customer Day event held in Gothenburg, Sweden. 

Engineered and manufactured domestically, the PU2000 represents a strategic expansion of Volvo Group’s energy solutions portfolio aimed at supporting energy optimisation, enhancing operational resiliency, and advancing the global energy transition towards electrification, the company said in an official statement.

Demonstrating Advanced Energy Optimisation and Resilience

During the Customer Day event, Volvo Energy showcased the PU2000’s real-world performance to customers, partners, and media. The demonstration aimed to highlight how the system optimises energy costs while ensuring seamless operational continuity and advanced site energy management capabilities. 

The company revealed that the PU2000 BESS is integrated with the Volvo Site Controller and the Volvo Cloud Energy Management System (VEMS), which allows for efficient energy monitoring and management, helping to maximise operational efficiency and cost savings.

Elisabeth Larsson, SVP and Head of Sales & Services at Volvo Energy, emphasised the strategic importance of the PU2000 launch. She stated, “This product embodies how Volvo Group is moving beyond vehicles into comprehensive energy solutions. The PU2000 will enable customers to optimize energy costs, improve grid resilience, decarbonize their operations, and accelerate the shift to electrification. It marks a critical step in our commitment to energy transformation and sustainable transport.”

Integrated Features

The PU2000 offers an all-in-one solution with three key advantages, Volvo said. 

First, it delivers seamless integration with Volvo’s digital platforms - enabling real-time energy monitoring, cost optimisation, and streamlined operations. 

Second, it embodies Volvo’s high standards for safety and quality, featuring liquid cooling, PFAS-free direct injection fire suppression, advanced cybersecurity, and a robust supply chain. 

Third, it is designed for flexible, future-proof performance supporting a wide range of applications such as peak shaving, load shifting, grid market participation, electric vehicle charging integration, and island mode operation for energy independence.

Technical and Market Positioning

The PU2000 is a containerised BESS unit with a 2,000 kWh energy capacity and a 1,000 kW power output, using lithium-ion nickel-cobalt-aluminium battery cells with advanced liquid cooling technology. 

It is engineered for commercial and industrial applications and can be deployed in modular configurations of up to 10 units to scale with energy demand.

With this launch, Volvo Energy aims to reinforce its position as a leader not only in vehicle electrification but also in providing comprehensive energy infrastructure solutions. 

The global BESS market is lit up with many legacy players entering the battery storage market. The recent unveiling of the Tesla Megapack 3 and Megablock hit up the BESS industry dynamics, undergoing a significant growth.