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Battery Energy Storage Systems

Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are becoming increasingly important in modern data centers, helping ensure uptime, operational resilience, and energy efficiency. As battery technologies evolve, operators must also address growing requirements related to safety, sustainability, and regulatory compliance. Kiwa supports data center organizations with integrated assurance services for safe, compliant, and reliable battery infrastructure.

Compliance, safety and operational resilience

Kiwa helps data centers manage the full lifecycle of Battery Energy Storage Systems through inspection, testing, certification, and compliance support.

Our services include:

  • Battery lifecycle compliance
    Support for EU Battery Regulation requirements, including traceability and sustainability obligations.
  • Carbon footprint and performance reporting
    Verification and reporting aligned with ISO 14064 and ESG objectives.
  • Safety and supply chain assurance
    Focus on battery safety, operational reliability, and due diligence across the supply chain.
  • Energy and resilience frameworks
    Alignment with ISO 50001 for energy management and ISO 22301 for business continuity.

Kiwa’s expertise uniquely bridges energy infrastructure, operational assurance, and regulatory compliance for critical data center environments.

EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA)

The EU Cyber Resilience Act applies to products with digital elements used within BESS environments, including:

  • Battery Management Systems (BMS)
  • Power Conversion Systems (PCS) and inverters
  • Energy Management Systems (EMS)
  • UPS firmware, SCADA controllers, and HMI systems

We support organizations in addressing these evolving cybersecurity and compliance requirements.

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