Powin: $200 Million In Debt Capital Raised From KKR

By Amit Chowdhry • Oct 4, 2024

Powin, a leader in battery energy storage solutions, announced today that it has successfully secured a revolving credit facility of up to $200 million primarily from insurance accounts managed by KKR, a leading global investment firm. This facility will be instrumental in supporting Powin’s working capital needs, driving continued innovation, and enhancing its financial flexibility as it expands its leadership position in the storage industry.

This improved the company’s capital position and strengthened Powin’s ability to seize the immense market opportunity and meet the surging demand in the rapidly expanding global energy storage sector. The rising global demand for energy storage is driven by the rapid expansion of renewable energy sources along with the increasing need for grid stability and resiliency.

This liquidity package underscores the strong confidence that investors have in Powin’s vision and future growth. Equity investors in the company include Greenbelt Capital Partners, Trilantic, and Energy Impact Partners. Guggenheim Securities, a renowned global investment and advisory firm, played a pivotal role as Powin’s financial advisor, facilitating the successful completion of this capital raise.

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“We are excited to have KKR, a renowned leader in the investment community, supporting our mission to be the most trusted energy storage partner in the industry. This facility enables us to accelerate our expansion, drive innovation, and maximize value for our customers, reinforcing our commitment to advancing a sustainable energy future.”

-Jeff Waters, CEO of Powin

“Powin stands out as a leader and innovator in the clean energy space. We are proud to support them and their efforts to expand the use of battery energy storage systems through our deep experience in Asset-Based Finance.”

-Sam Mencoff, a Director at KKR