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Battery Plant
AESC Li-ion Battery Plant
CLIENT
AESC Group
LOCATION
Florence, SC
SIZE
1,300,000 SF
LJC and Clayco are collaborating on an innovative project for AESC Group within an expansive 870-acre technology and commerce park aimed at advancing battery technology. This new plant, part of AESC’s multi-year partnership with BMW, is designed to produce advanced battery cells for the next generation of electric vehicles, achieving a significant 20% increase in energy density.
Sustainability is at the core of this facility, which will operate on 100% net zero-carbon energy to minimize its environmental impact. By integrating renewable energy solutions and AI-powered energy management systems, AESC is setting new standards for eco-friendly production. The company is also committed to transparency in its extraction methods and is increasing the use of recycled materials, further reducing carbon dioxide emissions. LJC is dedicated to shaping the future of sustainable transportation through the design of this facility, which emphasizes job creation and environmental responsibility, establishing it as a key player in the evolution of electric vehicles.
ENTERPRISE
Clayco
CSI
OFFICE
St. Louis
Chicago
Kansas City
DISCIPLNE
Architecture
Technical Assurance Group (TAG)
The facility includes onsite retention ponds to prevent sediment runoff, native plantings that reduce the amount of irrigation required, and site lighting fixtures that are designed to reduce light pollution. The heat island effect is reduced by using a white TPO roof.