Battery Energy Storage Systems Companies Find a Competitive Home in Hancock County

Battery energy storage is becoming a defining force in modern energy infrastructure. Nationally, utility-scale battery capacity has surpassed 26 gigawatts and is on track to nearly double by the end of 2025. The demand is skyrocketing, and companies need locations with immediate access to skilled labor, available industrial land, and reliable utility service. Hancock County, Indiana, meets those needs with precision.

Hancock County offers more than 6.6 million square feet of existing industrial space and three development-ready sites over 228 acres, all supported by robust infrastructure. Industrial parks are designed for flexible configurations, ensuring compatibility with battery module assembly, component testing, inverter production, and control system integration.

Each site is capable of supporting heavy power users, equipped with redundant utility capacity, and built for fast-tracked construction. Proximity to high-capacity substations and broadband connectivity endorses the development of advanced manufacturing systems and grid technology.

Strategic Location for Energy Supply Chains

Location defines competitiveness in energy logistics. Hancock County is situated on Interstate 70 and connects directly to I-65, I-69, and I-74, positioning companies within a single day’s drive of over 114 million consumers.

The county is 20 minutes from FedEx’s second-largest global hub at Indianapolis International Airport and within reach of the UPS Worldport in Louisville. For companies manufacturing or assembling large-scale energy storage systems, these connections shorten distribution timelines and reduce transportation costs.

Powering Indiana’s Growing Energy Economy

Indiana already hosts eight utility-scale battery storage projects totaling 337 megawatts, and new construction continues to expand that footprint. The state’s strengths in steel production, chemical processing, advanced manufacturing, and logistics make it a natural fit for battery energy storage manufacturing and deployment.

Hancock County’s location in Central Indiana places it at the center of this growth. The region’s existing industrial ecosystem supports firms involved in enclosure fabrication, electrode material processing, cooling system design, and electrical component assembly, which are core sub-industries that power the BESS supply chain.

Workforce Ready for Energy Innovation

The talent pipeline supporting Hancock County’s industrial growth is fueled by Indiana’s advanced manufacturing base and university network. Skilled trades, engineering services, and automation specialists are readily available, with training programs adaptable to BESS installation, operations, and recycling needs.

The county also benefits from Indiana’s focus on workforce transition from legacy energy sectors, creating a labor pool with transferable skills in power construction, industrial maintenance, and grid systems integration.

Economic Strength Through Infrastructure and Collaboration

Battery storage projects generate measurable value through construction and long-term operations. Economic modeling shows that Indiana’s BESS sector supports between 700 and 1,000 full-time equivalent jobs annually and contributes more than $800 million in total output.

In Hancock County, that impact compounds through local suppliers, engineering firms, and service providers. Architectural and power structure construction companies see direct benefits, while support industries gain steady demand from ongoing facility operations, including,

• Logistics
• Metal fabrication
• Advanced Manufacturing
• Electrical contracting

Hancock County has the Best Conditions for BESS Growth

Battery storage deployment requires stable land availability, low risk of permitting delays, and accessible transmission capacity. Hancock County delivers each of these advantages. The region’s industrial zoning, streamlined site certification, and reliable grid access provide investors with predictable timelines and lower entry costs.

Companies will find ideal conditions for scaling operations in Hancock County for the following sub-industries:

• Battery module and pack assembly
• Power conversion and inverter systems
• Thermal management components
• Recycling and materials recovery
• Grid management software and controls

Connect With Hancock County’s Economic Development Team

Explore industrial sites engineered for the future of energy storage. Contact the Hancock Economic Development Council to review available properties, infrastructure specifications, and workforce development programs tailored to the BESS sector.