Shell is acquiring home energy storage company Sonnen , having previously invested in the company 's fundraising fund last year . The move followed Shell 's acquisition of wind energy company Makani and US electric vehicle manufacturing firm Greenlots . The acquisition will allow the German start - ups to benefit from shell 's expertise and customer experience while enabling Shell to expand its presence in the renewable energy sector .
Shell is acquiring home energy storage company Sonnen, having previously invested in the company's fundraising round last year. The move followed Shell's acquisition of wind energy company Makani and US electric vehicle charging firm Greenlots. The acquisition will allow the German start-up to benefit from Shell's services and customer base while enabling Shell to increase its presence in the renewable energy sector.