Ford Energy Secures 20 GWh of Energy Storage with EDF Power Ford has established Ford Energy as a wholly owned subsidiary to manufacture battery energy storage systems. The company could become a supplier for utility-scale projects and residential energy storage markets by repurposing EV battery manufacturing infrastructure in Kentucky. The automaker plans to deploy at least 20 GWh of battery energy storage systems each year. First customer deliveries are planned for 2027. "Ford Energy allows us to maximise the value of our battery manufacturing capabilities," says Lisa Drake, President of Ford Energy. "We're building a business focused first on utility-scale battery energy storage systems for large customers while also offering battery cells for residential energy storage solutions." Repurposing existing manufacturing facilities Ford Energy will operate from a site in Glendale, Kentucky. The facility was previously part of BlueOval SK, a joint venture between Ford and SK On that manufactured EV batteries. The Glendale site contains two of three plants that were intended for the joint venture. In December 2025, Ford announced a US$19.5bn strategic reset that cancelled plans for next-gen large electric trucks and pure-EV commercial vans. The company dissolved the joint venture with SK On. All workers at the Kentucky plant were laid off in February 2026. The facility now houses Ford Energy and will manufacture battery energy storage systems instead of EV batteries. Framework agreement with EDF EDF Power Solutions North America has signed a five-year framework agreement with Ford Energy. The agreement gives EDF the ability to procure up to 4 GWh of battery energy storage systems each year. Total potential volume under the agreement could reach 20 GWh over the full term. Deliveries under this agreement are expected to begin in 2028. "As we continue to expand our energy storage portfolio, supply chain reliability and product