Form Energy
100-hour iron-air long-duration grid batteries
Form Energy is an American technology company founded in 2017, focused on creating low-cost, multi-day energy storage solutions. The company specializes in developing iron-air battery systems that enhance the reliability of renewable energy across the electric grid. Their mission is to make renewable energy available during extreme weather and grid outages, aiming for a future where the electric grid operates on 100% low-cost renewable energy year-round.
The flagship product, a rechargeable iron-air battery, can deliver electricity for up to 100 hours at competitive costs compared to conventional power plants and significantly lower than lithium-ion batteries. Form Energy's first manufacturing facility, located in Weirton, West Virginia, is set to expand to meet growing production needs. With over 900 employees, the company is actively working with leading utilities to deploy its innovative energy storage systems across the country.