LG Energy Solution Vertech and Qcells have entered a multi‐year agreement to deliver 5 gigawatt‐hours of American‐made energy storage systems for utility‐scale projects scheduled between 2028 and 2030. Under the partnership, LG Energy Solution Vertech will supply lithium-ion battery energy storage systems and provide lifecycle services across Qcells’ development portfolio. In May 2024, Qcells also secured 4.8 GWh of battery energy storage system projects through separate purchase agreements with LG Energy Solution Vertech.
All storage systems in the new agreement will meet U.S. domestic content requirements. LG Energy Solution Vertech manufactures its containerized battery solutions with lithium iron phosphate cells at its Holland, Michigan facility, while Qcells produces solar panels at its Dalton, Georgia plant. Qcells is constructing a second integrated solar manufacturing complex in Cartersville, Georgia, where it will produce ingots, wafers, cells and finished panels. Once operational, the combined facilities will be capable of producing 8.4 GW of solar panels annually—enough to power more than 1.3 million homes.
By leveraging U.S.‐based manufacturing, both companies aim to support domestic jobs, strengthen clean‐energy supply chains, enhance grid reliability and reduce exposure to international trade risks and tariffs. Chris Hodrick, CEO of Qcells EPC, noted that the collaboration demonstrates how energy development can drive U.S. manufacturing and deliver reliable, affordable power for communities nationwide.
LG Energy Solution Vertech is scaling its battery cell production in North America, with 16.5 GWh of cell capacity in Holland, Michigan, and a planned ramp to approximately 50 GWh across U.S. sites by the end of 2026. Jaehong Park, CEO and President of LG Energy Solution Vertech, emphasized the company’s commitment to long‐term customer support and the positive impact the joint projects will have on the energy grid.
Source: LG Energy Solution Press Release
