PartnershipMay 13, 2026, 11:01 AM
Richardson Electronics Partners with Gotion for US BESS Market
AI Summary
Richardson Electronics, Ltd. announced a new technology partnership with Gotion Inc. to bring large-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS) to the multi-billion dollar U.S. market. This collaboration between the two Illinois-based companies aims to meet the rapidly growing demand for energy storage across commercial and industrial (C&I) and utility-scale applications. They will introduce 760-kWh and 5 MWh BESS platforms, manufactured in Manteno, Illinois, to help customers manage electricity costs, improve energy usage control, and enhance grid resilience.
Key Highlights
- Richardson Electronics partnered with Gotion Inc. to introduce large-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS) in the U.S. market.
- The collaboration targets commercial & industrial (C&I) and utility-scale applications.
- Two advanced BESS platforms will be introduced: a 760-kWh system for C&I and a 5 MWh system for utility deployments.
- These systems will support projects ranging from customized C&I installations to large-scale utility projects in the hundreds of megawatts.
- The new battery energy storage solutions will be manufactured and assembled in Manteno, Illinois.
- The initiative aligns with the Illinois Climate Resilience and Grid Advancement (CRGA) program, offering rebates up to $250 per kWh.
- Gotion will provide advanced battery technology, while Richardson Electronics will handle commercialization, engineering integration, and go-to-market strategy.