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ABB's Strategic Investment in LevelTen Energy

On August 6, 2026, ABB announced a significant strategic partnership with LevelTen Energy, the world's largest marketplace for clean energy transactions, including Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs). This collaboration aims to bolster ABB's ability to assist industrial and commercial clients in securing affordable, clean energy over the long term, even amidst the complexities of today's energy networks.

Strengthening Energy Solutions

This partnership enhances ABB's electrification and consulting services by broadening its comprehensive offerings that encompass energy procurement, electrification, optimization, and emissions reduction. ABB has a long-standing commitment to collaborate with innovative startups that are accelerating the energy transition while generating value for customers.

With LevelTen facilitating over 20 GW of clean energy transactions across more than 35 markets in North America and Europe, their platform aligns perfectly with ABB's goals. The financial details of this investment remain undisclosed, but the strategic implications are significant.

Meeting Growing Demands for Clean Energy

As companies increasingly face pressure to decarbonize operations, ensuring access to reliable and affordable clean electricity is becoming one of the most pressing challenges in achieving net-zero emissions. Stuart Thompson, President of ABB’s Electrification Services division, noted the importance of this alliance in addressing a critical gap in existing solutions—providing a straightforward method to secure long-term clean energy at the right price. LevelTen Energy's capabilities to offer such solutions are precisely what ABB needs.

“This alliance will allow ABB to enhance its energy and carbon consulting services with renewable energy procurement capabilities, enabling clients to transition smoothly from planning and implementation to optimization and ongoing reporting,” Thompson emphasized during the announcement.

Adapting to Evolving Standards

The collaboration gains increased relevance in light of moving standards. More businesses are shifting from simply matching annual renewable energy supplies to adopting stricter expectations about the timing and location of clean energy generation and consumption. Clients are increasingly relying on technologies such as battery storage systems, microgrids, and advanced energy management solutions. ABB possesses extensive experience in these areas, and LevelTen's expertise in clean energy contracting and environmental attribute trading complements these technologies, helping clients to develop more comprehensive and verifiable decarbonization strategies.

Bryce Smith, CEO of LevelTen Energy, expressed optimism about the partnership, stating, “This strategic alliance will generate new clean energy solutions, allowing ABB's global clients to seamlessly access energy management tools and capacity from clean energy portfolios.”

Expanding ABB's Energy Acquisition Capabilities

This investment, made through ABB Electrification Ventures which is the venture capital arm of ABB's Electrification business, reflects ABB's ongoing commitment to creating an ecosystem of innovative partners that develop solutions driving productivity, efficiency, and sustainability. Since 2021, ABB Electrification Ventures has invested more than $110 million in 18 startups, showcasing its ambition to grow in the energy sector.

ABB has a rich history of over 140 years in technology leadership within electrification and automation, enabling a sustainable and resource-efficient future. By integrating its expertise in engineering and digitalization, ABB assists industries in achieving high-performance operations alongside enhanced efficiency, productivity, and sustainability. Its shares are traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange (ABBN) and Nasdaq Stockholm (ABB).

For further information, visit ABB or LevelTen Energy.