VANCOUVER, BC — August 25, 2025 — Moment Energy announced it has secured federal funding from PacifiCan to expand production of battery energy storage systems in Canada, increasing capacity to serve a growing demand of over 5.6 GWh across North America with safe, reliable, and affordable battery energy storage systems (BESS).
Moment Energy has secured over $4.9 million to expand production of BESS built from repurposed EV batteries. Moment Energy’s systems strengthen grid resilience and stability, cut energy costs for commercial and industrial sites, and can be deployed fast, adding capacity for power-hungry loads like data centres and enabling safe, EV fast charging without waiting years for transformer or line upgrades.
Moment Energy is at the forefront of a new industry in North America, showcasing Canadians as the global leader in repurposing EV batteries. By extending the useful life of automotive battery modules and packs with an average state-of-health above 80% by an additional 10–15 years, the company significantly reduces the need for new battery production and keeps critical minerals within North America.
As the first company in North America to be certified by UL Solutions to UL 1974 for EV-battery repurposing, its grid-ready systems meet the stringent safety standards expected by authorities for interconnection. These certifications collectively establish Moment Energy's battery technology among the safest, most affordable, and most scalable options available on the market.
“British Columbia is home to a powerful ecosystem of innovators and entrepreneurs, including right here in Coquitlam. By investing in local businesses like Moment Energy, PacifiCan is helping entrepreneurs advance sustainable technologies, drive business growth and build a strong, resilient Canadian economy.”
— The Honourable Gregor Robertson, Minister of Housing and Infrastructure and Minister responsible for Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan)
With this investment, Moment Energy will:
- Scale Canadian manufacturing to deliver more grid-ready systems to customers across North America, feeding a growing demand of over 5.6 GWh across the continent.
- Accelerate customer deployments that add power capacity quickly for AI data centres, EV charging, and critical infrastructure, avoiding long waits for grid upgrades.
- Expand the local talent pool in advanced manufacturing, power electronics, and battery engineering, creating more jobs in Canada.
- Advance testing and quality programs that follow the highest safety standards and help ensure reliable operation for commercial and industrial sites.
“This funding will accelerate our expansion across Canada, allowing us to scale as a homegrown battery energy storage manufacturer ready to power the future. Our systems can support the surge in AI data centres, quantum computers, and advanced EV charging, while ensuring critical infrastructure like airports and hospitals are powered. Just as importantly, we are investing in developing local talent so Canada can lead in clean, reliable energy solutions and remain competitive on the global stage.”
— Edward Chiang, CEO & Co-founder, Moment Energy
About Moment Energy
Moment Energy is North America's leading EV battery repurposing company, creating clean, affordable, and reliable battery energy storage systems (BESS) by repurposing electric vehicle batteries. Moment Energy works with major automotive companies, including Mercedes-Benz Energy, to support circular economy goals and ensure their batteries are safely used in second-life applications before they are recycled. The team supports utilities, microgrids and commercial customers to improve grid reliability, power EV charging stations and reduce demand charges, all with a sustainable and performant BESS solution made from repurposed EV batteries.
Claus Eckbo, Owner, God’s Pocket Resort
Off-Grid, Port Hardy, British Columbia
Moment Energy Flora BESS
66% reduction in diesel usage
PROBLEM
Preserving the "Rustic Feel"
God’s Pocket Resort stands as a world-renowned destination for cold-water diving and kayaking, nestled on a remote island accessible only by boat. For over 100 years, the area has served as a refuge for sailors and fishermen, and today the resort continues that tradition of sanctuary by offering adventurers a rustic, immersive experience far from the grid.
However, operating off-grid presented a loud and expensive problem. For years, the resort relied entirely on a traditional setup utilizing lead-acid battery banks and diesel generators.
"It’s the traditional way to set things up, but it poses many challenges with running larger machinery and having heavy energy demands."
Claus Eckbo, Owner of God’s Pocket Resort
The constant hum of generators distracted from the natural beauty guests came to see, and the logistics of transporting thousands of litres of diesel to a remote island proved both costly and risky. Claus required a solution capable of handling the resort’s heavy energy load, including the kitchen, dive compressors, and guest lodging, without compromising the environment he and visiting guests cherished.
SOLUTION
Designed to evolve.
Claus partnered with Moment Energy to install the Flora battery energy storage system, a repurposing-first energy storage solution designed to withstand the rigors of remote operation. Three years and 1,000 cycles later, the resort operates on a completely different rhythm. Since the initial installation, Claus has successfully upgraded the resort’s infrastructure by integrating a new solar array that feeds directly into the BESS. This solar upgrade allows the batteries to charge from the sun, further reducing dependency on the generator in keeping operations running.
"The impact on the environment is significantly lower, I started to realize how quiet the machinery is because we’re not having to run the generators at the same time."
Claus Eckbo, Owner of God’s Pocket Resort
The system has done more than maintain the status quo. It has enabled growth and proven itself as a reliable partner in the resort's evolution, integrating seamlessly as Claus continues to invest in elevating the immersive, natural experience guests value most.
SUPPORT
Built to last.
This summer, Moment Energy's team made the trip to God's Pocket to conduct routine maintenance on the battery system. Lauren Boers, Application Engineer, and Jarod Krane, Electrical Engineer, spent time on-site ensuring the system was operating to Moment Energy’s high performance standards and integrating smoothly with the resort's recent upgrades.
“The energy solution now, it completely changed the game, very impressed with Moment Energy and their entire team's commitment to ensuring that their solution is something that will last a very long time.”
Claus Eckbo, Owner of God’s Pocket Resort
This hands-on approach reflects Moment Energy's customer-first core philosophy and commitment to long-lasting, sustainable solutions. Each battery module in God’s Pocket once powered an electric vehicle and was given a second life through rigorous testing, certification, and engineering at Moment Energy’s facility. The result is a clean, reliable, and affordable system that supports Claus’s vision for the future of his resort.
"Being a local company, we have the opportunity to build these relationships and come out to client sites to provide the maintenance that keeps the batteries operating year after year, it's something we really pride ourselves in."
Lauren Boers, Applications Engineer at Moment Energy
As Moment Energy advances the next-generation of its Luna and Nova systems, with higher energy density and modular swappability, the team remains just as focused on supporting customers beyond, and even before, installation. Grounded in a mission to make clean energy attainable and affordable, Moment Energy helps facilities secure BC Hydro incentives, federal tax credits, and financing support that routinely reduce project costs to less than 10% of the total capital investment.
For Claus and operations like God’s Pocket, it means having a partner that is committed not only to innovative technology but also to the long-term success of the project.
FUTURE
Powering what comes next.
As God's Pocket Resort enters its next phase of operation, the Moment Energy system continues to function as the backbone of its infrastructure. The 1,000th cycle marks just the beginning of a long lifespan that Claus expects will serve the resort's evolving needs for years to come. For remote operations facing similar challenges, whether resorts, research stations, or industrial sites, and more, God's Pocket demonstrates that battery energy storage isn't just about reducing costs. It's about building resilient, adaptable energy systems that improve operations today while supporting growth tomorrow. And with over 1,000 cycles behind it, this system is just getting started.
