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In the rapidly evolving energy storage sector, announcements and updates come thick and fast. From acquisitions and funding to new business models, the industry is growing and maturing by the day.

The number of gigafactories breaking ground has soared in recent years as the global rush to develop lithium-ion battery production capacity continues.

In parallel, there is a pressing need to develop a circular economy in the sector but also many open questions regarding safe and efficient recycling.

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GCL Technology expands beyond PV with new energy storage business Solar module manufacturer and polysilicon producer GCL Technology is expanding into lithium-ion battery storage based on LFP materials as part of a shift toward a “multi-product” new energy platform.
Emiliano Bellini
5 hours ago
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Ford and EDF sign gigawatt-scale BESS agreement for North American market New Ford battery energy storage system (BESS) subsidiary announces multi-year framework agreement with EDF Power Solutions. It follows Ford Energy unveiling its new containerized BESS product earlier in May 2026.
Matthew Lynas
May 18, 2026
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Rept Battero moves toward localized BESS production in Indonesia Indonesia's localized energy storage amibitions got closer with Rept Battero announcing BESS production in the country, though details are scarce.
Tristan Rayner
May 18, 2026
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Rechargeable zinc batteries: Overcoming challenges and finding opportunities   Josef Daniel-Ivad from the Zinc Battery Initiative updates the current scaling of zinc battery manufacturers and technology.
Josef Daniel-Ivad
May 18, 2026
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Australian government cuts funding for domestic battery manufacturing, retains subsidy for home batteries Unallocated funds will be pulled and used elesewhere by Australia's government.
David Carroll, Tristan Rayner
May 13, 2026
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Mercom: Energy storage companies raise $2.3 billion in Q1 2026 Venture capital funding increased year-on-year, with a 44% jump in deal count. Project acquisitions grew by 227%, with 7.2 GW in total acquired compared to 2.2 GW in Q1, 2025.
Blathnaid O’Dea
May 12, 2026
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Ford Energy announces DC block utility-scale BESS based on 512 Ah LFP cells The automotive giant has formally unveiled Ford Energy, its new battery energy storage subsidiary, alongside initial details of its flagship grid-scale energy storage product.
Marija Maisch
May 12, 2026

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GCL Technology expands beyond PV with new energy storage business Solar module manufacturer and polysilicon producer GCL Technology is expanding into lithium-ion battery storage based on LFP materials as part of a shift toward a “multi-product” new energy platform.
Emiliano Bellini
5 hours ago
View article
Ford and EDF sign gigawatt-scale BESS agreement for North American market New Ford battery energy storage system (BESS) subsidiary announces multi-year framework agreement with EDF Power Solutions. It follows Ford Energy unveiling its new containerized BESS product earlier in May 2026.
Matthew Lynas
May 18, 2026
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Rept Battero moves toward localized BESS production in Indonesia Indonesia's localized energy storage amibitions got closer with Rept Battero announcing BESS production in the country, though details are scarce.
Tristan Rayner
May 18, 2026
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Rechargeable zinc batteries: Overcoming challenges and finding opportunities   Josef Daniel-Ivad from the Zinc Battery Initiative updates the current scaling of zinc battery manufacturers and technology.
Josef Daniel-Ivad
May 18, 2026
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Australian government cuts funding for domestic battery manufacturing, retains subsidy for home batteries Unallocated funds will be pulled and used elesewhere by Australia's government.
David Carroll, Tristan Rayner
May 13, 2026
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Mercom: Energy storage companies raise $2.3 billion in Q1 2026 Venture capital funding increased year-on-year, with a 44% jump in deal count. Project acquisitions grew by 227%, with 7.2 GW in total acquired compared to 2.2 GW in Q1, 2025.
Blathnaid O’Dea
May 12, 2026
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Ford Energy announces DC block utility-scale BESS based on 512 Ah LFP cells The automotive giant has formally unveiled Ford Energy, its new battery energy storage subsidiary, alongside initial details of its flagship grid-scale energy storage product.
Marija Maisch
May 12, 2026
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Narada Power faces deepening liquidity crisis after debt defaults, bank account freezes The Chinese battery maker says overdue debt and frozen accounts are affecting its operations.
Vincent Shaw
May 11, 2026
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Swedish company Ingrid secures €35 million to finance its expansion in storage, particularly in France The Swedish energy infrastructure specialist is continuing its European expansion with a bond issue, in order to refinance its debt and support the development of new battery storage capacities, particularly in the French market.
Gwenaelle Deboutte
May 11, 2026

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