ZincFive has surpassed 2 gigawatts (GW) in power delivered or contracted globally, marking a significant milestone in the commercial adoption of nickel-zinc battery technology for data center infrastructure. The achievement reflects growing customer demand for alternatives to traditional lead-acid and lithium-ion systems.
The nickel-zinc battery chemistry offers several technical advantages over legacy technologies. Compared to lead-acid and lithium-ion systems, the patented formulation delivers higher power density in a more compact footprint. Additionally, the technology produces lower lifecycle emissions and eliminates the risk of thermal runaway, a critical safety concern in data center environments.
Product Portfolio Expansion
ZincFive’s BC Series, including the BC 2 AI battery cabinet, addresses both traditional backup power requirements and emerging artificial intelligence-driven dynamic power environments. The company recently introduced the NiZn Retrofit Kit, which allows operators to upgrade existing lead-acid systems within the same cabinet footprint. This approach reduces cost, complexity, and operational disruption in brownfield data center environments.
Manufacturing and Operational Scaling
To support continued growth, ZincFive is expanding its manufacturing and operational capabilities to meet increasing global demand. The company’s expansion efforts address the accelerating adoption of nickel-zinc technology across data center operators worldwide.
Industry Recognition and Awards
ZincFive’s work in nickel-zinc battery technology has received multiple industry recognitions. The company has appeared on TIME’s lists of America’s and World’s Top GreenTech Companies, received an Edison Award for Resilient and Sustainable Solutions, and won CleanTech Breakthrough’s Overall Innovation of the Year Award.
Nickel-Zinc Battery Technology Overview
The nickel-zinc battery represents an alternative chemistry for data center power infrastructure and backup systems. The technology combines safety characteristics with sustainability benefits, addressing operational requirements in mission-critical applications. ZincFive’s patent portfolio supports its position in the market for immediate power solutions.
“As ZincFive continues to scale, surpassing 2 gigawatts reflects both the performance of our technology and the confidence our customers place in it. As global adoption accelerates, we are scaling to meet demand while continuing to advance battery technology that delivers performance, safety, and sustainability without tradeoffs.”
Tod Higinbotham, CEO of ZincFive
ZincFive is a privately held company based in Tualatin, Oregon, specializing in nickel-zinc batteries and immediate power solutions. The company operates with an international patent portfolio supporting its technology platform.
