TRENDE Inc. to Acquire ONE Energy Corporation’s Renewable Energy Business

TRENDE Inc., a leading provider of renewable energy solutions in Japan, has announced its intention to acquire ONE Energy Corporation’s renewable energy division. This acquisition encompasses ONE Energy’s battery storage rental, solar leasing, and rooftop solar generation businesses. The deal is slated for completion on October 1, 2024.

As climate change intensifies environmental risks, the push for renewable energy is accelerating in hopes of fostering a low-carbon society. A major hurdle remains, however: ensuring a stable electricity supply from renewable sources. To tackle this challenge, battery storage systems are emerging as a crucial component, facilitating broader adoption of renewable energy. This highlights the need for more competitive and efficient energy services.

In response, TRENDE is advancing its battery storage and solar power system leasing business, named “Teraris.” The company anticipates significant synergies by integrating ONE Energy’s services with its own offerings. TRENDE plans to introduce ONE Energy’s customers to the “Teraris” solar power system leasing and the “Smart Star” home battery storage system, which features AI-driven “Grid Share” technology for remote charge and discharge control.

Looking ahead, TRENDE aims to implement peer-to-peer (P2P) electricity trading technology. This innovative system will allow customers to trade excess solar energy directly, creating a decentralized energy marketplace. By adopting P2P trading, TRENDE seeks to further enhance the efficiency of renewable energy usage and offer additional benefits to its customers.

The acquisition and the subsequent integration of “Teraris” and “Smart Star” systems are expected to expand TRENDE’s ability to deliver a comprehensive range of renewable energy solutions. This strategic move aligns with the increasing demand for clean energy and advanced energy storage solutions, driven by the need for sustainable and reliable power sources.