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Form Energy and Crusoe have finalized a strategic agreement to deliver 12 gigawatt-hours of iron-air battery storage systems to Crusoe for AI data center operations, with deliveries scheduled to begin in 2027. The deal secures reserved capacity, pricing, and delivery terms, aligning with Crusoe’s energy-first approach to AI infrastructure development. Under this model, power infrastructure is built alongside compute resources to reduce reliance on constrained grid capacity and accelerate deployment timelines for AI facilities.

The partnership underscores a broader shift in how AI infrastructure is powered, emphasizing domestic manufacturing and grid resilience. All battery systems will be produced at Form Energy’s Form Factory 1 in Weirton, West Virginia, supporting American jobs and reinforcing U.S. leadership in advanced energy manufacturing. The agreement reflects a growing trend of securing firm, reliable power sources to meet the escalating electricity demands of data centers and other energy-intensive industries.

Form Energy’s iron-air battery technology is designed to store and discharge energy for up to 100 hours, using low-cost iron, water, and air. The company has already launched production at its Weirton facility and delivered its first commercial pilot system in Minnesota, with full-scale operations expected to commence in 2026. Form Energy currently has over 75 GWh of commercial projects under agreement, including some of the largest battery storage projects announced globally by energy capacity.

Crusoe, an AI infrastructure provider, has adopted a Bring Your Own Capacity model to secure power alongside compute resources, enabling faster deployment and reducing exposure to grid constraints. The company’s collaboration with Form Energy highlights a new approach to scaling AI infrastructure, emphasizing reliability, cost-effectiveness, and environmental sustainability. Together, the companies aim to strengthen grid stability while meeting the rising power demands of the AI sector.