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When is Tesla Shanghai energy storage megafactory launching production?

Tesla Shanghai energy storage Megafactory launches production on February 11. Photo: courtesy of Tesla. Tesla held a ceremony on Tuesday to mark the production launch of its Megapack energy storage plant in Shanghai’s Lingang New Area, meaning Tesla's China operations has entered a new phase, the Global Times has learned.

How many Megapack energy storage units will be produced in 2025?

Breaking ground in the Lin-gang Special Area of Shanghai on May 23 this year, the factory will go into production in the first quarter of 2025, with an annual capacity of 10,000 Megapack commercial energy storage units. The products from this factory will be supplied to the global market.

Is Shanghai a good place to buy Tesla's Megapack batteries?

Last May, when the Megapack plant broke ground, Tesla reportedly received its first domestic order from the state-owned Lingang Group. Shanghai, with its legion of industrial parks and manufacturing hubs, has enormous potential for the application of Megapack batteries. This holds promise for Tesla's local business development.

What are the different types of energy storage in Shanghai?

The first is utility-scale storage, also known as grid storage, which is built alongside wind and solar farms, typically in remote areas. This is unlikely to have a major application in Shanghai. The other is commercial energy storage, which follows a distributed model and is often deployed close to end users.

How big is the energy storage factory?

The energy storage factory covers an area of approximately 200,000 square meters, which is equivalent to the size of 30 standard soccer fields. It initially plans to produce 10,000 Megapack units a year, with a storage capacity of nearly 40 GWh.

Why is Tesla establishing a battery factory in Shanghai?

By establishing a battery factory in Shanghai, Tesla can tap into China's robust supply chain, cementing its competitive edge in global markets while driving down manufacturing costs across the board. Tesla's new factory primarily produces Megapack batteries.