Revenue Growth and Backlog Increase
Energy Vault reported a 10% year-over-year increase in revenue for Q1 2025, driven by projects in Australia. The revenue backlog increased by 49% year-to-date, amounting to $648 million.
Strong Gross Margin
The company reported a gross margin of 57.1% for the first quarter, nearly double the 26% margin from the previous year, attributed to favorable revenue mix from the India license agreement.
Cash Position and Project Financing
Energy Vault's cash position increased from $30 million at the end of 2024 to $47 million at the end of Q1 2025. The company completed its first project financing for the Calistoga Resiliency Center, contributing to this increase.
Notable International Agreements
The company signed a 10-year license agreement with SPML Infra in India for its battery storage technology, reflecting growth in the battery storage sector in India.
Successful Project Execution
Energy Vault's first owned and operated asset, Cross Trails in Texas, began operations ahead of schedule. The company expects these projects to contribute approximately $30 million in annual recurring project EBITDA over the next 15 years.