Energy Vault has partnered with US-based Peak Energy to co-develop a next-generation AI-centric energy storage platform that leverages sodium-ion battery technology. Through this partnership, the companies aim to address the rapidly increasing and unpredictable power demands of artificial intelligence workloads. The two companies will work together to deliver a full-stack energy storage solution specifically designed for AI data centers and high-performance computing environments.
Combination of sodium ion batteries and smart energy management
Under the agreement, Peak Energy will supply sodium-ion batteries and Energy Vault will contribute its system integration expertise and Vault OS™ software platform.
By combining hardware and software, the companies will create a fully integrated architecture that:
*Manage battery performance in real time
*Optimizes energy supply
*Extends the life of your assets
*Maintain operational control throughout your deployment
All systems run under Vault OS™ for intelligent monitoring, control, and efficiency at scale.
Designed for AI’s extreme power demands
Unlike traditional storage systems built for stable grid loads, AI training and inference workloads experience sudden and unstable power spikes. These fluctuations often strain traditional battery and UPS systems, leading to inefficiencies and higher costs. To solve this challenge, the new platform supports AI Neoclouds (AI-only cloud environments) and AI-first data center operators. By tailoring the storage architecture specifically for AI applications, this solution promises improved reliability, faster response times, and increased resiliency.
Accelerate deployment and reduce costs
Energy Vault believes this partnership can accelerate project schedules while reducing operational complexity. “The rapid growth of AI has exposed the fundamental limitations of traditional power infrastructure,” said Marco Terruzzin, chief revenue officer at Energy Vault. “This solution combines Energy Vault’s integrated platform with Peak’s sodium ion technology to enable faster deployment, lower cost, and improved safety.”
Key benefits for data center operators
This integrated solution is exclusive to Energy Vault and will be built into its data center products. This provides several operational benefits:
*Simplified electrical design
*Reduced dependence on traditional UPS systems
*Low cooling requirements
*Improved handling of volatile AI compute loads
*Improved safety compared to conventional chemicals
These features make sodium-ion batteries an attractive alternative to lithium-ion systems for large-scale AI-powered facilities.
Supporting the next wave of AI infrastructure
As global demand for AI infrastructure accelerates, energy reliability and cost efficiency are becoming key priorities. Through this partnership, Energy Vault and Peak Energy aim to provide scalable, secure, and cost-effective storage solutions that support next-generation AI data centers. As reported by pv-magazine-india.com, the combination of sodium ion technology and advanced energy management software puts both companies at the forefront of AI-enabled energy storage innovation.
