Maritime Industry Briefing: Plug-in Energy Storage, Geothermal Heating, and More

## Marstek Launches World's Thinnest Plug-in Energy Storage System According to a press release from Marstek, the company has unveiled the VENUS B, described as the "world's thinnest plug-in energy storage system (ESS)". The VENUS B is designed to redefine the future of plug-in energy, offering a sleek and compact solution for maritime and other applications. "MARSTEK, a global innovator in energy storage solutions, announced the launch of VENUS B, the world's thinnest plug-in ESS, at a special event in Amsterdam," the release states. The launch "coincides with MARSTEK's mission to empower the maritime industry's transition towards a sustainable future." The VENUS B system aims to provide a space-saving energy storage solution that can be easily integrated into vessels and port infrastructure. Its thin profile and modular design are intended to make it a versatile option for decarbonizing maritime operations. ## Dandelion Energy Expands Geothermal Financing Nationwide In other news, Dandelion Energy has announced the launch of a "Geo-as-a-Service" offering to bring new financing models and tax credit access to residential geothermal heating and cooling projects across the United States. According to a press release, this strategic partnership "brings new financing models and 30-50% tax credit access to residential developments nationwide." The goal is to make geothermal technology more accessible and affordable for homeowners, which could have applications in shoreside maritime facilities and housing. "Dandelion Energy, the nation's leading provider of residential geothermal heating and cooling solutions, today announced the launch of its 'Geo-as-a-Service' offering," the release states. This program is intended to "grow [Dandelion's] nationwide financing capacity" and accelerate the adoption of geothermal systems. As the maritime industry continues to seek ways to reduce its environmental impact, innovations in energy storage and heating/cooling technologies like those from Marstek and Dandelion could play an important role in supporting the sector's sustainability goals.