Bimergen Energy Announces $200 Million Equity Commitment for Battery Energy Storage Projects

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Bimergen Energy (OTCQB: BESS) announced an equity commitment of up to $200 million from a European energy generation and transmission company to fund development and construction of utility-scale battery energy storage (BESS) projects across the United States.

The Equity Partner will provide an initial $10 million for pre-construction and early development, with total equity expected to represent ~10–20% of project capital stacks. Bimergen expects this capital to accelerate readiness of its 2 GW pipeline, while the remaining debt financing is anticipated from global financial institutions.

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• Equity commitment of $200 million
• Initial $10 million funded for pre-construction work
• Committed equity expected to cover 10–20% of project capital
• 2 GW project pipeline targeted for accelerated readiness

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• Projects remain in various development stages; not construction-ready
• Major reliance on external debt from global financiers to fund 80–90% of projects

Newport Beach, CA, Oct. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bimergen Energy Corporation [OTCQB: BESS] (“the Company” or “Bimergen”), a developer of utility-scale battery energy storage projects and an independent power provider, announced today that it has secured an equity commitment of up to $200 million from a leading European energy generation and transmission company (the “Equity Partner”) to fund the development and construction of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) facilities across the United States.

Under the terms of the executed Binding Letter of Agreement between the Equity Partner and Emergen Energy LLC, Bimergen’s wholly owned subsidiary, the Equity Partner has committed an initial $10 million to support pre-construction and early-stage development activities, with total equity commitments of up to $200 million anticipated as projects advance toward construction-ready status.

This equity capital will serve as the equity portion of project capital structures, representing approximately 10–20% of the total funding needed to support permanent debt financing for BESS project buildouts. The remaining debt portion is expected to be sourced from global financial institutions with whom Bimergen’s management team maintains established relationships.

“This partnership represents a pivotal step forward in Bimergen Energy’s mission to expand our energy storage portfolio and advance renewable infrastructure at scale. The partnership provides the necessary capital and strategic support needed to accelerate our project pipeline and deliver results with speed and precision. Together, we’re driving innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable growth,” said Cole Johnson, President of Bimergen Energy.

“Energy storage continues to stand out as one of the most compelling investment opportunities in today’s energy market,” said Benjamin Tran, CEO of Bimergen Energy. “Strong federal support and a clear demand for grid resilience are creating a favorable environment for both equity and debt investors. These conditions enable more efficient financing structures, reduce long-term risk, and enhance the overall return profile of our projects. Bimergen Energy expects the committed equity capital to accelerate the readiness of its 2 GW pipeline of BESS projects currently in various stages of development.”

About Bimergen Energy Corporation

Bimergen Energy Corporation [OTCQB: BESS] is a utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) asset owner, project developer, and independent power provider focused on capitalizing on the demand for grid reliability and reducing energy price volatility. Bimergen partners with institutional investors to finance, construct, and operate energy storage facilities under long-term offtake agreements that ensure stable, contract-backed revenue. For more information, visit www.bimergen.com.

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FAQ

What did Bimergen Energy (BESS) announce on October 7, 2025?

Bimergen announced an equity commitment of up to $200 million from a European energy company to fund U.S. utility-scale BESS projects.

How much initial funding did the equity partner commit to Bimergen (BESS)?

The equity partner committed an initial $10 million to support pre-construction and early-stage development.

What percentage of project capital will the committed equity cover for BESS projects?

The company said the equity will represent approximately 10–20% of total project funding, with the remainder expected as debt.

How large is Bimergen Energy's project pipeline mentioned in the announcement?

Bimergen expects the committed capital to accelerate readiness of its 2 GW pipeline of BESS projects.

Will Bimergen (BESS) fully fund construction with the $200 million equity commitment?

No. The equity is intended as the equity portion (~10–20%) while construction financing is expected to include debt from global financial institutions.

Does the announcement name the European equity partner financing BESS projects?

The announcement identifies the investor as a leading European energy generation and transmission company but does not disclose the partner's name.