Clean energy storage is evolving to empower sustainable lifestyles, according to a panel discussion at last week’s CES in Las Vegas.

Organised by Chinese company Bluetti, the Clean Energy for All panel gathered experts from Texas Instruments (TI), Covestro, Leave No Trace and PV magazine.

TI’s Henrik Mannesson highlighted how semiconductor technologies enable products such as the Apex 300 to improve energy storage efficiency with only 20W/h self consumption.

“Semiconductors are the unseen enablers of sustainable energy transformation,” said Mannesson from TI (www.ti.com). “TI’s C2000 microcontrollers and battery management technologies power energy storage systems like Bluetti’s, making clean energy more efficient, reliable, and seamlessly integrated into everyday life.”

Eric Saks from Covestro (www.covestro.com) noted that bio-based materials in the Elite 100 V2 reduce carbon emissions by 25% without compromising durability.

“The material effect demonstrates how premium materials fused with specialised expertise enable breakthrough performance,” said Saks. “Our Bayblend RE polycarbonate with 25 per cent bio-circular attributed content empowers Bluetti’s Elite 100 V2 to deliver exceptional performance while advancing sustainability goals, proving it’s not just about what our materials are, but what they enable you to achieve.”

Illia Zahnitko from Bluetti introduced the Pioneer Na, a sodium ion power station designed to reduce environmental impact at the battery level.

“By 2026, Bluetti is expanding from outdoor power to scalable, intelligent home ESS, making clean energy part of everyday life,” said Zahnitko.

Dean Ronzoni from Leave No Trace (lnt.org) shared how these innovations enhance real world off grid experiences. “As someone who works every day to protect the places we love, I see first-hand how technology can either increase impact or help reduce it,” he said. “When clean, portable energy is paired with responsible behaviour, it can become a powerful tool for stewardship.”

And Tristan Rayner of PV magazine (www.pv-magazine.com) noted that energy storage was increasingly moving beyond traditional backup use, with products such as the Charger 2 reflecting a broader shift towards supporting everyday home and mobile energy needs.

“We’re witnessing a transition in energy storage as it spreads throughout the home, and in mobility options as well,” said Rayner. “It’s clearly a shift from backup security to more lifestyle energy. I’m excited to keep up with the innovations within the sector, as we see on display at CES.”

Building on these innovations, panellists highlighted three trends shaping future home energy storage: scalable ecosystem integration, intelligent energy management, and greener deployment across home and off grid scenarios.

Bluetti spotlighted its expanding portfolio as a practical response to these trends. The Apex 300 demonstrates a modular, multi scenario approach that supports home, RV and outdoor use, offering flexibility for diverse energy needs. Launched at CES, the Elite 320 further extends flexible power use with wheeled mobility and smart control.

For whole home backup, the EnergyPro 6K and 13K illustrate connected, intelligent infrastructure. They integrate with Google Home, Amazon Alexa and Home Assistant for scenario-based automation, proactive charging, intelligent load management and V2H functionality. The EnergyPro 6K has also been deployed in Bluetti’s first US virtual power plant project with Meter, demonstrating the growing role of home ESS in grid-responsive energy systems.

Panel moderator Chris Pereira, CEO of iMpact (impact5r.com), summarised the discussion: “The future of clean energy is moving from niche innovation to everyday infrastructure. This is especially true when it comes to home energy storage systems. Bluetti’s industry leadership is clearly reflected in its decision to convene voices across technology, materials, media and environmental stewardship.”

Founded in 2009, Bluetti (bluetti.com) is a technology pioneer in clean energy, specialising in portable power stations and home battery backup. It empowers more than four million users across 110 countries to live independent, energy resilient lives.