A New Era in Renewable Energy Solutions

Brisbane's own RedEarth Energy Storage is making waves by teaming up with global innovators—German EV charging experts ambibox and Chinese battery technology leader Nebula Electronics—to unveil a groundbreaking residential energy solution: the Microgrid-in-a-Box (MIB). This integrated system is set to redefine how we harness solar power, store energy, and charge our electric vehicles.

Unveiling the Future of Energy Management

According to RedEarth's CEO, Marc Sheldon, the MIB is pioneering a holistic approach—melding solar systems, battery storage, and bidirectional EV charging into a single sleek unit. "Typically, homeowners juggle multiple devices for solar energy, charging, and storage, but our MIB consolidates everything into one smart system," Sheldon explained.

Versatile and User-Friendly

The MIB system delivers flexibility like never before: it allows users to operate it as a solar inverter, battery, or EV charger based on their needs. And the best part? Users can unlock additional features simply via software, eliminating the clutter of multiple boxes adorning your walls.

Powering Homes from the Streets

Designed to tap into distributed energy resources, the MIB is also intended to unleash the potential of EVs as mobile energy sources—“batteries on wheels.” The collaboration aims to create scalable and affordable energy management systems that promote eco-friendly vehicle-to-home (V2H) and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) functionalities, potentially minimizing the need for bulky home battery systems.

A Leap Towards Energy Independence

Sheldon emphasized that this partnership opens doors for households to attain genuine energy independence. Homeowners could utilize power stored in their EVs instead of relying solely on residential batteries or traditional grid electricity.

Real-World Impact and Proven Success

Manfred Przybilla, CEO of ambibox, revealed that their decade-long work on the MIB solution shows promising results: users have reported energy cost reductions of up to 60%, along with generating additional revenue by trading grid services. With significant experience from over 200 commercial V2G pilot projects in Sweden, the system’s reliability has been tried and tested.

Manufacturing and Future Launches

The MIB system will be crafted at RedEarth's facility located in Darra, Brisbane. While key components will be sourced from China, the assembly and final integration will take place locally, ensuring quality and efficiency. The first prototypes are expected to be rolled out by 2026, targeting markets in Australia, New Zealand, China, and Europe, with aspirations to reach even broader audiences.

A Cleaner Tomorrow Awaits

With the Microgrid-in-a-Box, RedEarth is not only setting a precedent in energy innovation but also paving the way toward sustainable living and reduced energy costs. The future of energy management looks immensely promising!