The Premier Destination for Battery, EV, Energy Storage & Advanced Manufacturing in the Southeast
Energy Storage South returns to the Southeast—in Charlotte, NC—at a pivotal moment shaped by new policies, shifting market demands, and expanding regional investment. Now bringing together the communities behind The Battery Show, EV Tech Expo, Energy Storage South, and MD&M South, the event connects the Battery Belt’s growing value chain to explore technologies across advanced batteries, H/EV systems, commercial and industrial transportation, stationary storage, materials, manufacturing, automation, recycling, and more—supported by a strong network of domestic suppliers. Connect with engineers, manufacturers, business leaders, and innovators shaping the future of electrification during two days of education, networking, and hands-on access to the latest solutions from leading exhibitors across the region.
What to Expect at the Event
Leading Technology Suppliers
High-Value Industry Networking
Expert Industry Insights
Technical Education Sessions
The Region’s Premier Showcase for Battery, EV, Energy Storage & Advanced Manufacturing
Explore cutting-edge technologies, meet leading OEMs and suppliers, and engage with the Battery Belt’s growing electrification and manufacturing ecosystem.
Explore the Expo
Connect with leading suppliers showcasing cutting-edge solutions across battery manufacturing, EV powertrains, automation, materials, and energy storage. Discover the latest technologies, components, and services supporting electrification and advanced manufacturing across the region.
Attend the Conference
Gain insights from industry thought leaders as they discuss the latest developments in battery chemistry, manufacturing scalability, EV integration, energy storage development, sustainability, and emerging technologies shaping the future of electrification.
Network with Experts
Engage with engineers, OEM decision-makers, startup innovators, and senior leaders—from directors to C-suite executives—during the Welcome Reception, networking lounge meetups, breakfast roundtables, and interactive expo floor programming.
Get Your Booth
Showcase your solutions to engineers, executives, and decision-makers actively sourcing the latest in battery, EV, and energy storage innovation. Reserve your space now to stand out from the competition, generate new leads, and position your company as a key player in the future of electrification.
Explore Solutions Across the Battery, EV, Energy Storage & Advanced Manufacturing Supply Chain
Who Attends
We bring together professionals from across the advanced battery, EV technology, energy storage, and advanced manufacturing industries to discover solutions and move their projects forward.
Engineers
Design, Project, and Application
Executives
Owners and Executive Managers
R&D
Research & Development Experts
Manufacturing
Production and Operations Professionals
Quality
Quality Control Experts and Consultants
Buyers
Purchasing Professionals and Decision Makers
Utilities
Directors, General Managers, and Senior Vice Presidents
Developers
Senior Vice Presidents, Founders/Co-Founders, and Senior Directors
Corporate Energy Buyers
Global Heads, Chiefs, and Directors
Policymakers
Commissioners, Directors, and Administrators
Technology Providers
CEOs, Presidents, and Director/Head of Business Development
See Who’s Exhibiting
Discover the cutting-edge suppliers exhibiting in Charlotte and explore innovative products across battery technology, EV systems, energy storage, and advanced manufacturing. Click the button below to view the full list of companies exhibiting at the 2026 event.
Expo
Explore the latest products, technology, and solutions for the regional value chain.
Education
Access to 4 tracks of technical education covering the latest in advanced battery, H/EV, materials, stationary energy storage, recycling, components, mining, medical, aerospace, and more.
Exhibit
Connect with energy storage, manufacturing and automotive professionals in the Battery Belt and showcase products and solutions fueling the growth in the region.
Hear from the Industry’s Brightest Minds
Join us for thought-provoking keynote presentations led by influential leaders shaping the future of energy storage, advanced batteries, and EV technology. From pioneering innovators to top executives, our keynote speakers will share insights, trends, and strategies that are powering the industry forward.
2026 Keynote Speaker
Brad Li
President of the Americas
CATL-Ampace
Stay Tuned — More Keynotes Coming Soon!
North Carolina: A Rising Hub for Energy Storage, Battery and EV Innovation
North Carolina has quickly become one of the Southeast’s most dynamic centers for advanced battery manufacturing, EV development, and clean energy investment. With major OEMs, growing supplier networks, and a rapidly expanding workforce pipeline, the region is accelerating innovation at every stage of the value chain. Energy Storage South brings this momentum together—uniting engineers, executives, and industry leaders in the heart of one of the nation’s fastest-growing electrification ecosystems.
See Why the Industry Chooses Energy Storage
Attendee Experience
Exhibitor Experience
Speaker Experience
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