What We’re Building. What We’re Watching.
Ford Energy News
May 11, 2026
Introducing Ford Energy
Today we mark the formal introduction of Ford Energy. For the better part of a year, we have operated quietly to build a foundation for this business. We haven't just been planning; we have been executing — securing supply chains, readying our manufacturing sites and aligning our technology with the massive demand for domestic energy storage.
May 6, 2026
Ford Energy Names Peter Villa Director of After-Sales & Service
Ford Energy, a wholly owned subsidiary of Ford Motor Company, has appointed Peter Villa as Director, After-Sales Service. Reporting to Lisa Drake, President, Ford Energy, Villa will lead all after-sales & service operations for Ford Energy’s battery energy storage systems.
May 1, 2026
The Industrial Logic of Ford Energy
The United States installed approximately 58 gigawatt-hours of battery energy storage in 2025 - a record, and still not nearly enough. Demand for utility-scale storage is growing at 20 to 25% annually, and industry forecasts project the U.S. market could reach 120 to 140 GWh per year by the end of the decade.
May 1, 2026
Why We Chose LFP Prismatic Technology
The modernization of the U.S. power grid requires a storage solution that is safe, cost-effective over a 20-year asset life, and manufactured at scale in the United States. At Ford Energy, we evaluated every commercially viable battery format against those criteria. We standardized our Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) architecture on lithium iron phosphate (LFP) prismatic technology because it delivers the lowest Total Cost of Ownership for grid-scale storage with no compromises on safety or reliability.
Industry Signals
A curated selection of market stories that matter to our customers.
May 5, 2026
California’s Battery Array is as Powerful as 12 Nuclear Power Plants
Ford Energy Take
California’s battery milestone shows that storage has moved from demonstration technology to operating infrastructure. The next challenge for the sector is not proving that batteries can support the grid, it is scaling dependable systems that can be manufactured, delivered, permitted, operated, and supported with the discipline utilities and large energy customers require.
April 9, 2026
AES Pulls Out of San Diego Area Battery Project After Local Opposition
Ford Energy Take
This is a reminder that the storage sector’s growth will depend on public trust, permitting discipline, safety documentation, and credible community engagement. As batteries move closer to load centers, the winners will be companies that can explain safety, sitting, and long-term operations with evidence.
March 23, 2026
Suddenly, the US Manufactures a Ton of Grid Batteries
Ford Energy Take
Domestic manufacturing is moving from messaging to measurable capacity, with U.S. system assembly already able to meet domestic demand and storage-cell capacity ramping sharply this year. This raises the value of partners who can pair domestic manufacturing claims with delivery confidence, quality control, and lifecycle support.
March 18, 2026
How On-Site Batteries are Fast-Tracking Data Center Grid Connections
Ford Energy Take
This story makes the customer value proposition very concrete: batteries can help large-load customers address speed-to-power constraints.
February 20, 2026
New U.S. Electric Generating Capacity Expected to Reach a Record High in 2026
Ford Energy Take
Battery storage is no longer a side category in new-build planning. The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) says this technology represents 28% of planned 2026 utility-scale additions. For customers, that means procurement timelines, interconnection strategy, and supplier selection should be assessed assuming that storage is now core grid infrastructure.
Need an Energy Storage Solution?
Whether you’re evaluating a project, exploring product fit, or looking for a domestic partner, Ford Energy is ready to provide solutions for a variety of applications.