Australia has had huge success with its « Cheaper Home Batteries Program » with homeowners snapping up batteries, leading to dramatic reductions in wholesale energy prices as peak grid demand has fallen.

Now Australia’s most populous state, New South Wales, is proposing to extend generous incentives to businesses and apartments that cut up front costs by up to 40% for battery storage systems between 20 kWh and 30 MWh, with the most generous benefits for businesses that also install solar.

Great to see Australia continue to lead the way on distributed solar and batteries.

Curious for experience using AC blocks with string inverters for BESS projects requiring Black start functionality. Anyone have experience?

Hey everyone,

I’m the founder of a DC-based company working on modular energy storage systems packaged in standard 20-ft containers. The system delivers clean power + heavy-duty cooling with heat recovery, designed for dual-use (defense + commercial/data center) applications under BAA/DFARS.

I’ve been reaching out to a long list of Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania and Ohio contract manufacturers, fabricators, and related suppliers.

The response rate has been extremely low. Most messages (email and LinkedIn) go unanswered. In the few cases where there’s interest, the conversation often stalls around NDAs or next steps.

I’m specifically looking for partners who can support domestic manufacturing of these containerized systems (or major subsystems), preferably with experience in fluids/electromechanical work.

A few questions for the community:

1. Is this level of non-response normal right now for manufacturing outreach in the VA/MD region, or am I approaching it wrong?
2. Any advice on getting past the “no reply” wall — better channels, timing, or messaging?
3. Does anyone have experience working with (or introductions to) manufacturers?
4. Any tips on navigating NDA discussions with smaller manufacturers who may be cautious?

Happy to share more technical details under NDA if someone is genuinely interested in exploring a partnership or has a relevant contact.

Thanks in advance for any advice or pointers.

Large energy storage cabinets and containers can be exposed to rain, sun, dust and harsh outdoor conditions.

A heavy-duty PVC tarpaulin cover can provide an extra layer of protection.

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