Richardson Electronics to deploy battery storage systems in Alaska

Richardson Electronics, a company specializing in engineered solutions and power grid components, will be installing 18 customized battery energy storage systems across seven remote Alaskan communities. The initiative, a multi-million dollar program, is set to be completed by the end of 2027, according to a press release. The systems, each with a combined storage capacity of 7 MWh, have been developed in partnership with technology firms and are designed to withstand Alaska's extreme temperatures and harsh climate.

Richardson Electronics' Executive Vice President and General Manager, Greg Peloquin, emphasized the company's capability to create innovative energy storage solutions for challenging environments. The company, which manufactures products in several locations including Illinois, Massachusetts, and Germany, serves a diverse range of markets from alternative energy to semiconductor industries.