Agreement Positions NextNRG for Domestic Battery Supply, Tariff Mitigation as Storage Demand Accelerates
NextNRG, Inc., a pioneer in AI-driven energy innovation transforming how energy is produced, managed, and delivered, today announced it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with A123 Systems, LLC (A123) a battery manufacturer and energy storage technology leader with advanced LFP chemistry, to support the deployment of battery energy storage systems manufactured in the United States.
NextNRG and A123 believe this collaboration positions them to capitalize on accelerating domestic demand for battery storage while strengthening the U.S. energy supply chain. By prioritizing domestically manufactured systems, the collaboration is expected to help avoid additional import tariffs, mitigate trade-related exposure, and support predictable project execution at scale as demand for battery storage continues to expand nationwide.
The MOU establishes a preliminary framework for evaluating large-scale storage opportunities that prioritize U.S.-based manufacturing and domestic sourcing. By deploying A123 battery systems produced within the United States, the companies aim to enhance supply chain resilience, reduce geopolitical and trade-related risks, and align with evolving federal, state, and customer preferences for domestically manufactured energy infrastructure.
The MOU also outlines the parties’ intent to evaluate further strategic cooperation, including the potential development of a U.S.-based manufacturing facility, without requiring capital investment from NextNRG, as both parties reinforce their emphasis on a domestic and capital-efficient growth model focused on scale, long-term resilience, and speed to market.
“We anticipate that this collaboration will strategically position NextNRG to deploy U.S.-manufactured battery storage systems at scale while navigating an increasingly complex trade environment,” said Michael D. Farkas, Executive Chairman and CEO of NextNRG. “A123’s proven technology and domestic manufacturing capabilities align perfectly with our mission to deploy intelligent, resilient energy systems nationwide. As battery storage demand accelerates across healthcare, commercial, and utility sectors, this agreement ensures we have reliable access to premium storage solutions built in America for America.” Under the MOU, the companies plan to collaborate on the deployment of A123’s advanced battery energy storage systems (BESS), including its 20ft- 5MWh units, across NextNRG’s expanding portfolio of U.S. energy projects. The agreement positions A123 as one of several key storage technology suppliers within NextNRG’s diversified supplier ecosystem.
“We’re very pleased and excited to begin our collaboration with NextNRG as the company continues to scale its energy storage footprint,” said Manuel Spitzlay, Senior Director of Sales at A123 Systems. “This MOU reflects a shared commitment to domestic manufacturing, reliability, and long-term growth, and we believe it creates a strong foundation for broader industry participation.”
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