The company advances its Project New Horizon pilot while broadening its 0- to 24-hour energy storage solutions in Q1 2026.
ESS Tech, Inc. (GWH) announced plans to deliver its 5-MW/50-MWh Project New Horizon pilot by December 2027, marking a key milestone in its energy storage expansion. The project aims to validate long-duration storage technology for commercial use.
In Q1 2026, the company reported progress across commercial momentum, technology validation, and balance sheet strengthening. Management highlighted efforts to scale 0- to 24-hour storage solutions, addressing growing demand for flexible energy storage.
The announcement follows recent advancements in ESS Tech’s operational execution, though no immediate market reaction was disclosed in the earnings call insights.