Batteries are the backbone of modern energy storage, supporting industries that keep the world moving. From transportation and defense to data centers and energy grids, reliable battery technology is essential for innovation, safety, and sustainability.
The battery industry plays a vital role across multiple sectors, ensuring dependable energy solutions for vehicles, infrastructure, and critical systems. Whether enabling electric mobility, securing uninterrupted communication, or supporting renewable energy storage, batteries provide efficient, scalable, and sustainable power.
Automotive batteries are the most familiar energy storage solution for most Americans. That includes traditional 12-volt lead batteries used for starting, as well as lithium power supplies for EV drive trains.
More modern vehicle electronics may also require a 48-volt system to support high-tech conveniences.
Batteries are a critical component in all aviation missions, from military tactical operations—including warfare and supply deliveries to military bases—to providing power for aircrafts.
They provide reliable energy for starting, in-flight operations, and safe landings.
Battery backups provide uninterruptible power supplies.
They safeguard data centers, critical telecommunication infrastructure and systems, and emergency responder systems.
Batteries provide a measure of reliability to intermittent power by allowing storage of excess energy.
This includes batteries for residential use, microgrid storage systems for industrial use, and long-duration grid storage.
Batteries power forklifts and lift trucks, providing cost-effective operation, as well as a lower carbon footprint than combustion engine alternatives.
Currently, more than two-thirds of all forklifts use some kind of battery power.
Batteries provide critical personal freedom for millions of individuals with physical mobility limitations who rely on wheelchairs or motorized scooters.
Batteries also power off-road ATVs, watercraft and other vehicles.
Batteries are also critical components in a variety of heavy duty trucks, farming and mining equipment, watercraft, locomotives, and other vehicles that are critical to moving goods and people around the world.
These reliable power sources ensure the efficiency, performance, and sustainability of essential transportation and industrial operations.
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