Leading Energy Markets Since 1998

Foundations of Innovation

CES was founded in Philadelphia during U.S. energy deregulation, launching MarketIQ, retail billing support, and consulting services. Despite industry turbulence from Enron’s collapse and 9/11, CES expanded MarketIQ into new markets, built its first forecasting tools, and established a loyal client base among municipal and cooperative utilities — laying the foundation for long-term growth.

1998 – New Beginnings
Founded CES in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, during U.S. energy deregulation. Launched MarketIQ, billing system support for retail suppliers, and utility tariff consulting. Secured first clients and doubled team size.

2000 – Building Systems
Developed SQL Datamart for LMP data and forecasting tool for retailers. Expanded MarketIQ to ISO-NE and NYISO; supported retailer billing implementations.

2001 – Weathering Turbulence
Sustained growth despite Enron collapse and 9/11. Completed tariff and generation consulting; pursued MISO entry.

2002 – Programming Paused
Focused on commercialization (EDI mapping, wholesale price collection). Expanded MarketIQ to municipal and cooperative utilities.

Seeds of Growth

This period marked the planting of new business lines and market opportunities. CES formed Galt Power, entered demand response programs, and pioneered congestion management through FTR analysis. The company scaled revenues, created PowerGREEN through a software acquisition, and built its first Leadership Team. A 24/7 Operations Center was established, ensuring clients had around-the-clock market support.

2003 – Planting Seeds
Formed Galt Power (FERC-licensed PJM member). Signed first Demand Response clients. Entered FTR analysis.

2004 – CES Consulting (formerly Emerging Technology)
Operated Demand Response, expanded congestion management, managed first generation unit. Initiated India entry discussions.Established CES Consulting (formerly Emerging Technology) Business Line.

2005 – Successful Scaling
Scaled Congestion Management revenue to $3.6M. Expanded Demand Response portfolio. Advanced energy storage project in NY. Acquired PowerIT (foundation for PowerGREEN).

2006 – Team Building
Formed first Leadership Team and business lines (Demand Response/PowerGREEN/GridBOOST, Consulting, Retail/CES|BLUE, Wholesale, MarketIQ).

2007 – Pathfinders
Hired foundational team across IT, congestion, and operations.
Established 24/7 Market Operations Center.

Expanding Horizons

CES grew stronger through the financial crisis and relocated to its current Philadelphia headquarters. International opportunities took shape with the first India office in Pune and the launch of a SCADA team for generator operations. Breakthrough platforms emerged, including StorageIQ and CES|BLUE, alongside the launch of the India Energy Storage Alliance (IESA). These years cemented CES’s role as a forward-looking global energy partner.

2009 – Expanding Vision
Explored India via US-India Business Council. Purchased SCADA system, launched SCADA team. Expanded wholesale services to hundreds of MWs.
Delivered CAES Optimization for NYSEG under CES Consulting (formerly Emerging Technology).

2010 – New Frontiers
Opened Pune, India office. Stephen relocated with family for a year. Achieved best performance to date.

2011 – StorageIQ Launch
Expanded India operations. Sustained U.S. growth amid Fukushima turbulence.
Launched StorageIQ platform.

2012 – IESA Launch
Invested in CES|BLUE, GridBOOST, and Demand Response platforms.
Launched India Energy Storage Alliance (IESA).
Began multi-stack revenue optimization with CoMETS.

Driving Transformation

CES reached peak revenues in congestion management and demand response while expanding its leadership team. The acquisition and integration of PowerIT strengthened end-to-end solutions. Innovation thrived with MICRO platform launch, consulting in renewables and storage, and the landmark $25M Capacity Deal. Global thought leadership emerged with the creation of World Energy Storage Day (WESD) and early policy contributions.

2013 – Abundant Life
Advanced platforms across practice areas. Initiated microgrid analysis in India.

2014 – Industry Development
Achieved peak revenue in Demand Response and Congestion Management.
Co-created GESA and launched ETN Magazine.

2015 – End to End
Integrated PowerIT into PowerGREEN for industrial/commercial solutions. Strengthened end-to-end services.

2016 – MICRO Launch
Hosted India’s first Energy Storage conference. Scaled CES|BLUE retail services.
Launched MICRO platform.

2017 – WESD Launch
Executed landmark “Capacity Deal” generating $25M revenue.
Launched World Energy Storage Day (WESD).

Pioneering the Future

With policy leadership in India and beyond, CES championed the National Energy Storage Mission and began development of GridBOOST. The company sustained operations through COVID while hosting the first virtual WESD Global Marathon. Consulting expanded into EV strategy, battery manufacturing, and hydrogen, while GridBOOST scaled to major U.S. ISOs. These years showcased CES’s ability to anticipate market shifts and deliver pioneering solutions

2018 – Policy Leadership
Supported creation of India National Energy Storage Mission.

2019 – GridBOOST Development
Benefited from Capacity Deal and invested in Japan retail/DR, CES|RED, and GridBOOST.
Started development of GridBOOST.

2020 – Global Collaboration
Maintained services during COVID.
Hosted first virtual Global Marathon for WESD.

2021 – Battery & EV Consulting
Launched India Battery Manufacturing & Supply Chain initiative.
Provided EV strategy consulting for a global auto manufacturer.
Deployed GridBOOST in CAISO and ISONE.

2022 – Hydrogen & GridBOOST Release
Released GridBOOST for standalone storage and DC-Coupled Solar + Storage.
Launched clean hydrogen consulting and IGHC (India Green Hydrogen Council).

Global Leadership & Innovation

CES celebrated its 25th anniversary in Philadelphia, expanded operations in the UAE, and managed the first DC-coupled storage project in ISONE using GridBOOST. Advancements in EV and hydrogen modeling strengthened its consulting portfolio, while new projects in California and Zambia expanded global reach. With AI adoption across operations and R&D expansion in Pune, CES continues to demonstrate resilience and innovation on the global stage.

2023 – Expanding Horizons
Celebrated CES 25th anniversary in Philadelphia. Expanded UAE operations.
First ISONE DC-Coupled System managed by GridBOOST.
Created EV & Hydrogen financial models.

2024 – Indomitable Spirit
Closed California CCAs. Expanded Pune R&D. Entered Zambia for rural electrification with Engie. Launched early AI pilots.

2025 – Firm Faith (Ongoing)
Strengthened leadership in sales and technology. Expanded AI adoption for client delivery. Sustaining growth by navigating industry changes.