ju:niz Energy's Strategic Acquisition by EQT Sparks Transition Infrastructure Launch

EQT, the global investment firm, has officially introduced its novel EQT Transition Infrastructure strategy with the strategic acquisition of ju:niz Energy, a developer and operator of battery energy storage systems. The newly launched strategy is designed to pivot on EQT's extensive background in climate-centric opportunities and its more than 15 years of investment experience in energy transition-related infrastructure. By leveraging its well-established industrial expertise across crucial sectors, the initiative aims to accelerate the transition to renewable energy across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific. ju:niz Energy represents the strategy's first significant investment, marking a critical move for EQT as it commits to expanding its infrastructure portfolio, capitalizing on the need for grid stability amid increased reliance on renewable energy. The strategy is spearheaded by EQT personnel, including Jan Vesely in New York and Asis Echaniz in Europe, with Francesco Starace leading the board as chair. The acquisition comes with aligned financial, legal, and consulting advisory, exemplifying EQT’s full-scale industrial and strategic backing for this energy transition agenda.