Energy Vault has teamed up with Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) in an exclusive partnership to work on incorporating gravity energy storage technology into tall buildings. The partnership will see SOM as the exclusive architect and structural engineer for Energy Vault's upcoming gravity energy storage projects. SOM's key figures, Adam Semel, Scott Duncan, and Bill Baker, will lead the collaboration, known for their work on iconic skyscrapers like the Burj Khalifa. Energy Vault, renowned for its innovative GESS solutions, including EVu, EVc, EVy, and EV0, is expanding its technology applications to various configurations. EVu and EVc specifically focus on integrating GESS into tall buildings, with EVu designed for structures ranging from 300-1,000m in height. This integration not only powers the building but neighboring structures as well, promising a carbon payback in just three to four years. Additionally, EVc combines PHES and GESS technology into modular water-based systems within tall buildings. The article also mentions Energy Vault's recent project completions and orders, showcasing the increasing adoption of their gravity energy storage solutions worldwide. The positive sentiment towards hydrogen is evident through the innovative collaborations and successful project implementations highlighted in the article.