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Energy company makes breakthrough in quest to build miniature nuclear reactors: 'Already validated'
Brenmiller Energy is making a new version of its bGen Thermal Energy Storage system that helps small modular nuclear reactors adapt to changing grid needs, reported StockTitan. This system tackles a problem faced by small modular reactors (SMRs), which create up to 300 megawatts of power using modular building blocks. While SMRs offer steady power flow, they struggle to alter their output in response to changing grid needs. Brenmiller's new device solves this problem by retaining heat during low-use periods and releasing it when consumers need more power. The company has proved this concept functions well in the real world. Brenmiller successfully installed its bGen system in Italy alongside Enel, a large European power company, to lower carbon output from combined heat and power units. "We believe that our bGen system, already validated in real-world grid and industrial settings, is naturally suited to support SMR decarbonization with minimal modifications," Brenmiller Energy chairman and CEO Avi Brenmiller told StockTitan. The heat bank has beneficial traits that may improve how nuclear plants operate. It can soak up heat without active control, handle changing power needs, and clear away leftover heat. These perks may boost energy output, plant safety, and adoption of this clean power choice. Nuclear fission generates power by splitting uranium atoms, producing heat that converts water into steam, which in turn drives power-generating turbines. Unlike burning dirty fuels, nuclear plants don't emit carbon when running, which helps fight the temperature spikes and extreme weather events that result from heat-trapping pollution. However, nuclear fission does produce radioactive byproducts that require careful monitoring. Brenmiller's news releases as governments warm up to nuclear power. The U.S. Department of Energy requested $900 million in funding for SMR plants, while the World Bank dropped its ban on funding nuclear projects. Several countries in Europe are reexamining nuclear as a way to slash their carbon output and generate the energy they need. For your home or workplace, this clean tech development might mean lower power bills and fewer outages. Imagine keeping the lights on and your machines operating even when wind and solar power become unreliable. However, some experts say we should be careful with cutting-edge nuclear tech. Many new reactor styles "do not offer obvious improvements over LWRs [light-water reactors] significant enough to justify their many risks," according to the Union of Concerned Scientists. Their study notes that while some designs might be safer in some ways, all pose new challenges that require extensive testing to solve. Would you feel safe living close to a nuclear power plant? Absolutely It's not my first choice Depends on how close No way Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. Join our free newsletter for weekly updates on the latest innovations improving our lives and shaping our future, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet.
Miami Herald
12-07-2025
- Business
- Miami Herald
VIEWPOINT: How Thermal Energy Storage Can Maximize the Promise and Instill Safety in Nuclear SMRs
This third installment of Brenmiller Energy's (NASDAQ:BNRG) "Viewpoint" Series explores how the Company's bGen™ system can help unlock the full potential of Small Modular Reactor (SMR) technology. Energy industry veteran and Chief Executive Officer Avi Brenmiller explains how thermal energy storage can bridge the gap between safe, clean heat generation and real-world demand. TEL AVIV, IL / ACCESS Newswire / July 11, 2025 / For decades, nuclear energy has sat at the center of the clean energy debate. It's powerful, reliable, carbon-free-and divisive. Critics point to high costs, operational rigidity, and the mismatch between steady-state output and a grid now shaped by real-time demand and fluctuating renewables. But the truth is, the reactor isn't the problem. It's what happens after the reactor does its job. The good news? That problem is solvable. Brenmiller Energy (NASDAQ:BNRG) (the "Company" or "Brenmiller") - a publicly traded thermal energy storage (TES) company-is one of the few players offering a practical, proven energy storage solution. Its bGen™ system, when modified for SMRs, can act as a thermal buffer, storing clean heat from nuclear reactors and releasing it on demand 24/7/365. It's potentially an innovative fix to one of nuclear's biggest limitations - and potentially one of the most important enablers of the nuclear renaissance no one's talking about yet. But that silence isn't likely to last. Why? As governments invest hundreds of millions in Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) and the reactivation of dormant nuclear sites, they're discovering that critical pieces are missing from the equation: flexibility, dispatchability, and load-following. In short, nuclear needs a buffer-something that can take its powerful, clean, steady heat and make it not only more nimble but usable. Brenmiller's bGen™ thermal storage system provides exactly that. And it does so with a simplicity that's almost deceptive in its power. The Ally Nuclear Has Always Needed Let's start with the obvious: nuclear is great at one thing-baseload. It produces a constant stream of heat and electricity, day and night, rain or shine. But in today's world, that's not always an asset. Modern grids are increasingly volatile, shaped by solar and wind generation that can spike or drop in minutes. Industrial customers need heat when their processes call for it-not necessarily when the reactor happens to be online at full power. And utilities are under pressure to reduce over-generation and improve capacity factor economics without overbuilding. That's a tall order for nuclear. But it's precisely the kind of problem Brenmiller's TES platform was built to solve. Our bGen™ system can store thermal energy - whether from a solar field or industrial waste heat - and releases it on demand. It acts like a giant thermal battery, decoupling generation from consumption. If our bGen™ is configured for an SMR, the nuclear reactor can keep humming at its optimal set point while bGen™ could handle the peaks, troughs, and timing mismatches. And bGen™ isn't a theoretical solution - it's commercially proven, already deployed in four countries, and being adapted for the next wave of applications like SMR.. In July 2025, we announced that Brenmiller is developing a new bGen™ configuration specifically engineered for SMRs and high-resilience industrial applications. This product builds on our commercially deployed platform and reflects insights from the installation with Enel, a major European utility company, where bGen™ was used to decarbonize combined heat and power operations. Unlike conventional nuclear storage integrations, this version of bGen™ requires only minor engineering adjustments. Its high thermal mass, passive heat absorption, built-in heat exchanger, and compatibility with secondary and tertiary nuclear loops make it a natural fit for SMR-linked projects. These features also support decay heat removal, load following, and real-time grid balancing - all essential to meet modern energy expectations. With the SMR market projected to grow at a 30% CAGR to $72 billion by 2033, we believe our timing and technology positioning are aligned with a global resurgence in nuclear investment, driven by the need for cleaner computing, AI infrastructure, and industrial decarbonization at scale. Potential Synergies of SMRs and TES Take Oklo and Nano Nuclear Energy, two emerging leaders in the SMR space. Both are developing compact, next-generation reactors built to deliver reliable, carbon-free energy in decentralized, industrial, and off-grid environments. But even with innovative designs, they face the same limitation: delivering safe clean heat on demand - not just when the reactor produces it. Brenmiller's bGen™ system is aiming to cure this shortfall. Following the adaptation of the bGen™ system for SMRs that is under development, we believe that when paired with SMRs, it will enable true demand-driven delivery. The result? Potentially constant generation with flexible dispatch and improved economics. With a TES configured for SMR, capacity factors could stay high and heat could be stored when the market doesn't need it and sold when prices spike or customers call. With our development of TES configured for SMR, we aim to ensure that nuclear will be not just clean, but also safe, agile, profitable through Energy-as-a-Service (EaaS) models, and relevant in a world demanding both sustainability and responsiveness. Safety and Risk Reduction Through Thermal Buffering Beyond flexibility, TES also improves the safety profile of nuclear systems - a critical factor for regulatory acceptance and public confidence. The bGen™ system can absorb decay heat - the residual thermal energy that continues after a reactor is shut down. This passive heat removal capability can support safer shutdown procedures and mitigate thermal transients, which can otherwise stress reactor materials and control systems. TES can also reduce: The need for reactor oversizing to meet peak loadsThe risk of load rejection during low-demand periodsUnnecessary thermal cycling that shortens equipment life In short, thermal storage could add not just operational value-but structural and safety value. A Better Business Model for Atomic Energy Still, we believe that Brenmiller's value-add doesn't stop at technical integration - it can impact nuclear's business case. By absorbing and time-shifting thermal output, we aim to enable the adapted bGen system to allow nuclear operators to avoid overbuild while serving more customers. Utilities can size SMRs more efficiently and sell heat as a service to nearby industrial clients. Large-scale hydrogen production can operate intermittently without idling reactors. District heating networks gain new reliability and cost stability. In short, we believe that the adaptation of Brenmiller's bGen™ system will give nuclear leverage. It's not just about storing heat - it's about enabling new revenue streams, de-risking operations, and accelerating return on investment across complex deployments. And that's what the sector needs right now. Because nuclear power is no longer just a policy decision. It's a business. And businesses need flexibility to win. Clean Heat on Demand Let's not forget what's at stake here. Industrial heat accounts for more than 25% of global final energy consumption. And most of it still comes from fossil fuels. While electricity is going green fast, thermal energy has lagged behind - not because we lack clean sources, but because we lack the systems to make clean heat dispatchable. This is the bottleneck. And we believe that Brenmiller's TES tech is one of the very few solutions on the market that's modular, commercially ready, and fuel-agnostic. That last part matters. Because while today's conversation may be about nuclear, Brenmiller's bGen™ is currently being deployed as a solution for electrification of industrial heat from different sources. That means it's not just a bolt-on - it's infrastructure. And for any clean heat strategy to succeed, infrastructure wins the day. Action Over Debate and Academia The nuclear sector doesn't need another whitepaper or pilot-it needs tools that work today. Our systems are already operational, with global collaborations in energy and industry. And with the current development of our new bGen™ configuration for SMRs, we're aiming to deliver a technology designed to support clean baseload generation with the responsiveness that today's grid and industrial customers demand. While others remain in R&D, we are actively shaping the energy infrastructure of tomorrow through modifications to our existing bGen platform. If nuclear is going to thrive - not just survive - it will need TES solutions as a key ally. We believe that bringing TES into the nuclear conversation could be what finally proves the skeptics wrong about the most powerful energy source on Earth. By Avi Brenmiller, Chief Executive Officer, Brenmiller Energy Ltd., a global provider of thermal energy storage solutions deployed across Europe, Israel, and the U.S. About bGen™ bGen™ ZERO is Brenmiller's TES system, which converts electricity into heat to power sustainable industrial processes at a price that is competitive with natural gas. The bGen™ ZERO charges by capturing low-cost electricity from renewables or the grid and stores it in crushed rocks. It then discharges steam, hot water, or hot air on demand according to customer requirements. The bGen™ ZERO also supports the development of utility-scale renewables by providing critical flexibility and grid-balancing capabilities. bGen™ ZERO was named among TIME's Best Inventions of 2023 in the Green Energy category and won Gold in the Energy Storage and Management category at the 2025 Edison Awards. About Brenmiller Energy Ltd. Brenmiller Energy helps energy-intensive industries and power producers end their reliance on fossil fuel boilers. Brenmiller's patented bGen™ ZERO thermal battery is a modular and scalable energy storage system that turns renewable electricity into zero-emission heat. It charges using low-cost renewable electricity and discharges a continuous supply of heat on demand and according to its customers' needs. The most experienced thermal battery developer on the market, Brenmiller operates the world's only gigafactory for thermal battery production and is trusted by leading multinational energy companies. For more information visit the Company's website at and follow the company on X and LinkedIn. Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and other federal securities laws. Statements that are not statements of historical fact may be deemed to be forward-looking statements. For example, the company is using forward-looking statements in this press release when it discusses: the Company's belief that its bGen™ system can help unlock the full potential of SMR technology; that the Company expects that nuclear energy's limitations can be solved with its bGen™ thermal buffer system; that the Company anticipates increasing interest in its solution as governments invest in SMRs and nuclear site reactivations; that the bGen™ system will be able to provide flexibility, dispatchability, and load-following needed for modern nuclear applications; the Company's belief that bGen™ is a match for addressing timing mismatches and peak demands in energy use; the future adaptation of the bGen™ for SMR applications and its future advantages; future SMR market growth estimations; that bGen™ will be able to improve the safety profile of nuclear systems by passively absorbing decay heat; and that the adapted bGen™ system can enable new revenue streams, de-risk operations, and accelerate ROI. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, words such as "plan," "project," "potential," "seek," "may," "will," "expect," "believe," "anticipate," "intend," "could," "estimate" or "continue" are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Readers are cautioned that certain crucial factors may affect the company's actual results and could cause such results to differ materially from any forward-looking statements that may be made in this press release. Factors that may affect the Company's results include, but are not limited to: the company's planned level of revenues and capital expenditures; risks associated with the adequacy of existing cash resources; the demand for and market acceptance of our products; impact of competitive products and prices; product development, commercialization or technological difficulties; the success or failure of negotiations; trade, legal, social and economic risks; and political, economic and military instability in the Middle East, specifically in Israel. The forward-looking statements contained or implied in this press release are subject to other risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the control of the company, including those set forth in the Risk Factors section of the company's Annual Report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2024 filed with the SEC on March 4, 2025, which is available on the SEC's website, The Company undertakes no obligation to update these statements for revisions or changes after the date of this release, except as required by law. Contact: investors@ SOURCE: Brenmiller Energy
Associated Press
11-07-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
VIEWPOINT: How Thermal Energy Storage Can Maximize the Promise and Instill Safety in Nuclear SMRs
This third installment of Brenmiller Energy's (NASDAQ:BNRG) 'Viewpoint' Series explores how the Company's bGen™ system can help unlock the full potential of Small Modular Reactor (SMR) technology. Energy industry veteran and Chief Executive Officer Avi Brenmiller explains how thermal energy storage can bridge the gap between safe, clean heat generation and real-world demand. TEL AVIV, IL / ACCESS Newswire / July 11, 2025 / For decades, nuclear energy has sat at the center of the clean energy debate. It's powerful, reliable, carbon-free-and divisive. Critics point to high costs, operational rigidity, and the mismatch between steady-state output and a grid now shaped by real-time demand and fluctuating renewables. But the truth is, the reactor isn't the problem. It's what happens after the reactor does its job. The good news? That problem is solvable. Brenmiller Energy (NASDAQ:BNRG) (the 'Company' or 'Brenmiller') - a publicly traded thermal energy storage (TES) company-is one of the few players offering a practical, proven energy storage solution. Its bGen™ system, when modified for SMRs, can act as a thermal buffer, storing clean heat from nuclear reactors and releasing it on demand 24/7/365. It's potentially an innovative fix to one of nuclear's biggest limitations - and potentially one of the most important enablers of the nuclear renaissance no one's talking about yet. But that silence isn't likely to last. Why? As governments invest hundreds of millions in Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) and the reactivation of dormant nuclear sites, they're discovering that critical pieces are missing from the equation: flexibility, dispatchability, and load-following. In short, nuclear needs a buffer-something that can take its powerful, clean, steady heat and make it not only more nimble but usable. Brenmiller's bGen™ thermal storage system provides exactly that. And it does so with a simplicity that's almost deceptive in its power. The Ally Nuclear Has Always Needed Let's start with the obvious: nuclear is great at one thing-baseload. It produces a constant stream of heat and electricity, day and night, rain or shine. But in today's world, that's not always an asset. Modern grids are increasingly volatile, shaped by solar and wind generation that can spike or drop in minutes. Industrial customers need heat when their processes call for it-not necessarily when the reactor happens to be online at full power. And utilities are under pressure to reduce over-generation and improve capacity factor economics without overbuilding. That's a tall order for nuclear. But it's precisely the kind of problem Brenmiller's TES platform was built to solve. Our bGen™ system can store thermal energy - whether from a solar field or industrial waste heat - and releases it on demand. It acts like a giant thermal battery, decoupling generation from consumption. If our bGen™ is configured for an SMR, the nuclear reactor can keep humming at its optimal set point while bGen™ could handle the peaks, troughs, and timing mismatches. And bGen™ isn't a theoretical solution - it's commercially proven, already deployed in four countries, and being adapted for the next wave of applications like SMR.. In July 2025, we announced that Brenmiller is developing a new bGen™ configuration specifically engineered for SMRs and high-resilience industrial applications. This product builds on our commercially deployed platform and reflects insights from the installation with Enel, a major European utility company, where bGen™ was used to decarbonize combined heat and power operations. Unlike conventional nuclear storage integrations, this version of bGen™ requires only minor engineering adjustments. Its high thermal mass, passive heat absorption, built-in heat exchanger, and compatibility with secondary and tertiary nuclear loops make it a natural fit for SMR-linked projects. These features also support decay heat removal, load following, and real-time grid balancing - all essential to meet modern energy expectations. With the SMR market projected to grow at a 30% CAGR to $72 billion by 2033, we believe our timing and technology positioning are aligned with a global resurgence in nuclear investment, driven by the need for cleaner computing, AI infrastructure, and industrial decarbonization at scale. Potential Synergies of SMRs and TES Take Oklo and Nano Nuclear Energy, two emerging leaders in the SMR space. Both are developing compact, next-generation reactors built to deliver reliable, carbon-free energy in decentralized, industrial, and off-grid environments. But even with innovative designs, they face the same limitation: delivering safe clean heat on demand - not just when the reactor produces it. Brenmiller's bGen™ system is aiming to cure this shortfall. Following the adaptation of the bGen™ system for SMRs that is under development, we believe that when paired with SMRs, it will enable true demand-driven delivery. The result? Potentially constant generation with flexible dispatch and improved economics. With a TES configured for SMR, capacity factors could stay high and heat could be stored when the market doesn't need it and sold when prices spike or customers call. With our development of TES configured for SMR, we aim to ensure that nuclear will be not just clean, but also safe, agile, profitable through Energy-as-a-Service (EaaS) models, and relevant in a world demanding both sustainability and responsiveness. Safety and Risk Reduction Through Thermal Buffering Beyond flexibility, TES also improves the safety profile of nuclear systems - a critical factor for regulatory acceptance and public confidence. The bGen™ system can absorb decay heat - the residual thermal energy that continues after a reactor is shut down. This passive heat removal capability can support safer shutdown procedures and mitigate thermal transients, which can otherwise stress reactor materials and control systems. TES can also reduce: In short, thermal storage could add not just operational value-but structural and safety value. A Better Business Model for Atomic Energy Still, we believe that Brenmiller's value-add doesn't stop at technical integration - it can impact nuclear's business case. By absorbing and time-shifting thermal output, we aim to enable the adapted bGen system to allow nuclear operators to avoid overbuild while serving more customers. Utilities can size SMRs more efficiently and sell heat as a service to nearby industrial clients. Large-scale hydrogen production can operate intermittently without idling reactors. District heating networks gain new reliability and cost stability. In short, we believe that the adaptation of Brenmiller's bGen™ system will give nuclear leverage. It's not just about storing heat - it's about enabling new revenue streams, de-risking operations, and accelerating return on investment across complex deployments. And that's what the sector needs right now. Because nuclear power is no longer just a policy decision. It's a business. And businesses need flexibility to win. Clean Heat on Demand Let's not forget what's at stake here. Industrial heat accounts for more than 25% of global final energy consumption. And most of it still comes from fossil fuels. While electricity is going green fast, thermal energy has lagged behind - not because we lack clean sources, but because we lack the systems to make clean heat dispatchable. This is the bottleneck. And we believe that Brenmiller's TES tech is one of the very few solutions on the market that's modular, commercially ready, and fuel-agnostic. That last part matters. Because while today's conversation may be about nuclear, Brenmiller's bGen™ is currently being deployed as a solution for electrification of industrial heat from different sources. That means it's not just a bolt-on - it's infrastructure. And for any clean heat strategy to succeed, infrastructure wins the day. Action Over Debate and Academia The nuclear sector doesn't need another whitepaper or pilot-it needs tools that work today. Our systems are already operational, with global collaborations in energy and industry. And with the current development of our new bGen™ configuration for SMRs, we're aiming to deliver a technology designed to support clean baseload generation with the responsiveness that today's grid and industrial customers demand. While others remain in R&D, we are actively shaping the energy infrastructure of tomorrow through modifications to our existing bGen platform. If nuclear is going to thrive - not just survive - it will need TES solutions as a key ally. We believe that bringing TES into the nuclear conversation could be what finally proves the skeptics wrong about the most powerful energy source on Earth. By Avi Brenmiller, Chief Executive Officer, Brenmiller Energy Ltd., a global provider of thermal energy storage solutions deployed across Europe, Israel, and the U.S. About bGen™ bGen™ ZERO is Brenmiller's TES system, which converts electricity into heat to power sustainable industrial processes at a price that is competitive with natural gas. The bGen™ ZERO charges by capturing low-cost electricity from renewables or the grid and stores it in crushed rocks. It then discharges steam, hot water, or hot air on demand according to customer requirements. The bGen™ ZERO also supports the development of utility-scale renewables by providing critical flexibility and grid-balancing capabilities. bGen™ ZERO was named among TIME's Best Inventions of 2023 in the Green Energy category and won Gold in the Energy Storage and Management category at the 2025 Edison Awards. About Brenmiller Energy Ltd. Brenmiller Energy helps energy-intensive industries and power producers end their reliance on fossil fuel boilers. Brenmiller's patented bGen™ ZERO thermal battery is a modular and scalable energy storage system that turns renewable electricity into zero-emission heat. It charges using low-cost renewable electricity and discharges a continuous supply of heat on demand and according to its customers' needs. The most experienced thermal battery developer on the market, Brenmiller operates the world's only gigafactory for thermal battery production and is trusted by leading multinational energy companies. For more information visit the Company's website at and follow the company on X and LinkedIn. Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains 'forward-looking statements' within the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and other federal securities laws. Statements that are not statements of historical fact may be deemed to be forward-looking statements. For example, the company is using forward-looking statements in this press release when it discusses: the Company's belief that its bGen™ system can help unlock the full potential of SMR technology; that the Company expects that nuclear energy's limitations can be solved with its bGen™ thermal buffer system; that the Company anticipates increasing interest in its solution as governments invest in SMRs and nuclear site reactivations; that the bGen™ system will be able to provide flexibility, dispatchability, and load-following needed for modern nuclear applications; the Company's belief that bGen™ is a match for addressing timing mismatches and peak demands in energy use; the future adaptation of the bGen™ for SMR applications and its future advantages; future SMR market growth estimations; that bGen™ will be able to improve the safety profile of nuclear systems by passively absorbing decay heat; and that the adapted bGen™ system can enable new revenue streams, de-risk operations, and accelerate ROI. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, words such as 'plan,' 'project,' 'potential,' 'seek,' 'may,' 'will,' 'expect,' 'believe,' 'anticipate,' 'intend,' 'could,' 'estimate' or 'continue' are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Readers are cautioned that certain crucial factors may affect the company's actual results and could cause such results to differ materially from any forward-looking statements that may be made in this press release. Factors that may affect the Company's results include, but are not limited to: the company's planned level of revenues and capital expenditures; risks associated with the adequacy of existing cash resources; the demand for and market acceptance of our products; impact of competitive products and prices; product development, commercialization or technological difficulties; the success or failure of negotiations; trade, legal, social and economic risks; and political, economic and military instability in the Middle East, specifically in Israel. The forward-looking statements contained or implied in this press release are subject to other risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the control of the company, including those set forth in the Risk Factors section of the company's Annual Report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2024 filed with the SEC on March 4, 2025, which is available on the SEC's website, The Company undertakes no obligation to update these statements for revisions or changes after the date of this release, except as required by law. Contact: [email protected] SOURCE: Brenmiller Energy press release
Associated Press
09-07-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Forget More Fossil Fuels-Brenmiller Energy's TES System Is the Real Grid Sustaining Solution ($BNRG)
A new warning from the U.S. Energy Department—aligned with the Trump administration's latest energy agenda—is sending shockwaves through the power sector. The message many regulators try to ignore: unless the closure of fossil fuel plants is halted, the United States could see blackouts double by 2030. But this isn't just an American problem. Around the world, rising electricity demand from artificial intelligence (AI), data centers, and electrification is colliding with aging power grids and the unreliable rollout and performance of renewable energy sources. The messengers aren't wrong about the threat, but they are about the solution. The real crisis isn't just how much more energy needs to be generated—it's how it's stored and dispatched. And while policymakers debate, Brenmiller Energy (NASDAQ: BNRG) can already deploy the answer. In other words, decision-makers—open your eyes! Brenmiller isn't pitching a prototype. It's an established company with deployed systems in four countries, delivering industrial-scale thermal energy storage (TES) that transforms intermittent renewables into 24/7/365 clean energy. And bGen just stretched its reach. While bGen has long complemented wind and solar, Brenmiller is now adding nuclear to its arsenal, launching a next-generation version of its bGen system engineered for integration with Small Modular Nuclear Reactors (SMRs). Based on its proven deployment with Enel in Italy, this bGen is built for today's demands—no retrofitting, no delay, just execution. Video: Video Link: Forget the Fossil Fuel Fantasy—We Need Dispatchable Heat And the timing couldn't be better. The Energy Department warns that around 100 nuclear reactor equivalents will shut down by 2030, leading to 'significant outages when weather conditions do not accommodate wind and solar generation.' Their conclusion: unless fossil fuel plants are revived or replaced, the energy grid may not survive the next tech boom. But that doesn't need to be a concern. Countries don't have to choose between fossil fuels and blackouts. There is another path—one that stores clean energy in real time and releases it exactly when needed. That's what Brenmiller delivers. Its TES system converts electricity from solar, wind, or nuclear (soon to be launched) sources into high-temperature heat stored in crushed rocks—dispatchable for hours or even days later. No emissions. No chemicals. No rare earths. No geopolitical baggage. It's simple. It's scalable. And it works. The Grid Crisis Is Global. So Is the Solution. Most importantly, bGen is an ally to the energy grids in crisis. AI's exponential growth is driving an unprecedented surge in demand. Doubling down on fossil fuels just recycles volatility and economic risk. Yes, coal and gas can plug gaps—but they can't build resilience. Trying to power the AI economy with outdated infrastructure is reckless. Here's the best part of the Brenmiller contribution. Brenmiller's bGen doesn't compete with or replace renewables—it supercharges them. Solar at noon can power a factory at midnight. Wind from off-peak hours can drive peak demand. And nuclear-generated heat can be stored and used on demand—no pipelines, no new fuels, no emissions. With that ability, the debates should focus less on energy generation and more on preserving the excess already being created. Brenmiller can provide that solution with a durable, cost-effective, geopolitically neutral solution. Made from local materials, it lasts for decades and supports the industry without relying on supply chain risks associated with importing gas, solar panels, or uranium. Forget the Policy Debate—Start the Survival Strategy Indeed, the Energy Department's report sparked debate. More importantly, it also delivered a clear message and warning to those paying attention: the current path to creating abundant energy is heading in the wrong direction. Without action, blackouts will multiply, innovation will stall, and prices will spike. It doesn't have to be that way. Brenmiller isn't building a solution; it's delivered one. Therefore, instead of the focus on reviving last century's grid, decision-makers need to invest in what is proven and scalable. Thermal energy storage is that solution. If regulators and investors are serious about resilience and energy security, they need to stop debating and start deploying real-world solutions, such as Brenmiller Energy's, that are available now. Because the future isn't running out of power—it's running out of excuses and reasons not to use the powerful technologies already available. Disclaimers and Disclosures:Hawk Point Media Group, LLC. (HPM) has not been compensated to produce and distribute this content. 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Globe and Mail
24-06-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Brenmiller Energy: The $2.50 Thermal Energy Storage Stock Powering a Critical Energy Shift-And Still Flying Under the Radar
As governments intensify pressure to decarbonize, a quietly transformative sector is stepping into the spotlight: thermal energy storage, or TES. If you haven't heard of it yet, you will. TES may be the cleanest, safest, most reliable, and cost-effective way not just to harness energy's value—but to preserve it. And its brilliance is in its simplicity. TES doesn't dilute energy's strength—it protects it. Two companies are bringing TES to the forefront: privately held Rondo Energy and publicly traded Brenmiller Energy (NASDAQ: BNRG). And they couldn't be more timely. As recent blackouts in Spain and Portugal proved, volatile grids aren't just inconvenient—they're dangerous. TES offers a critical solution. And don't underestimate the wave forming here—or the opportunity riding with it. The Missing Link in Clean Energy TES doesn't create energy—it manages it. And in today's market, that's exactly what's missing. Solar floods the grid at noon. Wind peaks overnight. But factories, hospitals, and campuses need power on demand, not when nature decides. This mismatch between when energy is produced and when it's needed is straining infrastructure worldwide. The Iberian Peninsula's recent blackout wasn't caused by a power shortage—but by the grid's failure to balance peaks and troughs. It was a failure of management, not a supply issue. TES changes that. Unlike batteries that degrade or fossil fuel backups that pollute, thermal storage uses natural materials to capture surplus energy as heat—then release it precisely when needed. Clean, dispatchable, and industrial-grade. In that way, TES doesn't compete with renewables—it completes them. A Sector with Trillions in Play—And Just Two Starters You'd think dozens of companies would be racing to capitalize on a market projected to reach trillions. But right now, just two are leading the charge—and they don't compete directly. Rondo Energy is focused on ultra-high-temperature industrial applications like cement and steel. Backed by Breakthrough Energy Ventures—think Bill Gates-level capital—Rondo's valuation has already surpassed $500 million despite still being in early deployment. Brenmiller Energy, on the other hand, targets medium-temperature applications—the largest slice of industrial heat demand—spanning food and beverage, plastics, pharmaceuticals, and district heating. These are massive, underserved markets that need to decarbonize without expensive retrofits. And Brenmiller is already deploying solutions. Why bring these two to your attention? Well, while both companies intend to make clean energy functional and reliable for industry, only one—Brenmiller—is publicly traded, giving retail investors direct access to a sector on the cusp of mass adoption. Built to Scale, Not to Survive In June, Brenmiller executed a reverse stock split. For many microcaps, that's a red flag. But not here. This wasn't about compliance or desperation—it was a proactive strategic move to streamline the capital structure and prepare for growth. Investors took notice. The stock held steady post-split, signaling confidence. Probably because, unlike conceptual-stage competitors, Brenmiller is delivering in the field, not just pitching on paper. In Israel, Brenmiller's BGen system is expected to reduce CO₂ emissions by over 6,200 tons annually for Tempo Beverage, the bottler of Heineken and Pepsi, by utilizing a combination of solar and off-peak grid electricity. That project hits a milestone this July. In Spain, the company is part of the SolWinHy project, backed by the European Hydrogen Bank, which has committed £7 million to Brenmiller's system to replace fossil-fueled heat in green hydrogen production. In New York, the state is using Brenmiller's tech to heat the Purchase College campus, reducing emissions, improving resilience, and decoupling thermal and electrical generation. Additional deals are expected from a $500 million pipeline, spanning healthcare, manufacturing, and energy services—all of which are expected to begin ramping up in late 2025. The Only Game in Town—for Now Yes, there is some competitive speculation. Conceptual sand batteries in Finland and state-run trials in China may be exciting, but they're years—if not decades—away from commercialization. Brenmiller is already live. Already scaling. Already earning sovereign funding. That matters. The best part for investors? Brenmiller is trading at about $2.50 per share, with roughly 2.7 million shares outstanding—giving it a market cap near $6.7 million. Compare that to Rondo's $500 million+ valuation, and the disconnect becomes glaring. Keep in mind that Brenmiller's fundamentals don't suggest a startup—they suggest an early leader. The company has projects in motion and policy tailwinds at its back. Most importantly, Brenmiller stock is open to public investors. Why This Window Won't Stay Open If you're not a venture capitalist or writing checks from a climate fund, you've had little access to this energy transformation—until now. Brenmiller gives regular investors a chance to ride the TES megatrend before it's fully priced in. With global decarbonization mandates intensifying and industrial buyers desperate for alternatives to fossil fuels, this isn't a long-shot bet—it's a rare investment opportunity in a sector that's already proven its value. Brenmiller isn't a science project. It's small, yes—but real. With contracts signed, projects active, and a lean capital structure, it's a potential breakout hiding in plain sight. The only question is whether investors will recognize the opportunity before the market does—because once they do, this low-float stock could move quickly. Rondo investors have already shown their hand, and they're playing to win. But Brenmiller holds equally strong cards. And by targeting non-competing markets, both players can claim the coveted TES bracelet. Billions in revenues as well. Sources and references: Disclaimers and Disclosures: Hawk Point Media Group, LLC. (HPM) has not been compensated to produce and distribute this content. It should be expressly understood that HPM is not operated by a licensed broker, a dealer, or a registered investment adviser. It should also be expressly understood that under no circumstances does any information published herein represent a recommendation to buy or sell a security. HPM reports/releases are commercial advertisements and are for general information purposes ONLY. The information made available by HPM is not intended to be, nor does it constitute, investment advice or recommendations. The contributors do NOT buy and sell securities covered before or after any particular article, report and/or publication. HPM holds ZERO shares in Brenmiller Energy Ltd. 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