Europe’s energy storage landscape just accelerated with AESC’s new gigafactory in Douai, France. This strategic expansion reinforces AESC’s commitment to sustainable battery manufacturing and positions Basengreen to deliver premium AESC cells for solar storage projects across Europe – available immediately from our Poland hub.
Douai Gigafactory: A European Powerhouse
AESC (Automotive Energy Supply Corporation) officially broke ground on its $1.8 billion facility in Douai, Northern France, in January 2024. Key milestones:
- 9GWh initial capacity (Expandable to 24GWh+)
- Mass production start: Q4 2025
- EV Partnership: Primary battery supplier for Renault’s ElectriCity complex
- Zero-carbon footprint design (80% renewable energy usage target)
Source: AESC Group Official Announcement (June 2024)
AESC: The Security Benchmark for Energy Storage
Industry Pedigree
Founded in 2007 through a Nissan-NEC joint venture, AESC gained global recognition as the battery pioneer behind the Nissan Leaf – the world’s best-selling EV with 650,000+ units using AESC cells since 2010.
Safety Legacy
With 16 years and 80GWh deployed globally, AESC maintains a market-unique record: 0 critical safety incidents in automotive or grid-scale applications.
Technology Edge
| Metric | Performance | Industry Avg. |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle Life | 10,000+ cycles @80% DoD | 6,000-8,000 cycles |
| Energy Density | 255 Wh/kg (Gen 3 NMC) | 180-220 Wh/kg |
| Temp Range | -30°C to 60°C operation | -20°C to 45°C |
Data: AESC Technical Whitepapers 2023 / BloombergNEF
Global Manufacturing Scale
- Japan: 3.5GWh (Zama Facility)
- USA: 11GWh (Tennessee)
- UK: 11GWh (Sunderland, operational)
- China: 50GWh+ (Wuxi/IWuhan expansions)
Total Projected Capacity: 300GWh+ by 2026
Source: AESC Global Production Briefing 2024
Basengreen: Your EU Gateway to AESC Technology
As an official AESC channel partner, we deliver factory-grade cells for commercial and industrial storage projects:
- 🏭 Immediate EU Stock: Poland warehouse with 10MWh+ capacity
- 🔋 Solar-Storage Optimized: Cycle durability validated at ENEA Labs (95% capacity after 4,000 cycles)
- 🌎 Carbon-Conscious: Cells manufactured with 78% lower CO2/kWh than industry standard
Featured Product: AESC ESS Gen.3 Modules
- Voltage: 51.2V nominal
- Capacity: 105Ah
- Certifications: UL1973, IEC62619, UN38.3
Why This Matters for European Energy Integrators
France’s gigafactory establishes AESC as Europe’s most vertically integrated Tier-1 cell producer. For solar developers requiring bankable technology:
- 🛡️ Risk Mitigation: Proven safety record reduces project insurance premiums by 12-18% (Wood Mackenzie)
- ⚡ Performance Guarantee: 10-year linear warranty on capacity retention
- 🚢 Supply Chain Security: Duty-free EU production avoids import bottlenecks
“AESC’s Douai facility brings localized production of premium cells to Europe’s doorstep – a strategic advantage for storage OEMs.” – Dr. Elena Rossi, Energy Storage Lead, IHS Markit
Access AESC Technology Today: Contact Basengreen for cell specifications, availability reports, or customized storage solutions.