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NAATBatt 2027 Empowering Electricity

Monday, February 8, 2027 at 12:00 PM (EST) to Thursday, February 11, 2027 at 4:00 PM (EST)

Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resoort and Spa

71333 Dinah Shore Drive
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
United States

NAATBATT 2027

18th Annual Meeting & Conference

EMPOWERING ELECTRICITY

Mark your calendar for NAATBatt 2027, the 18th Annual Meeting & Conference of NAATBatt International, February 8–11 at The Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa in Rancho Mirage, California. Join decision-makers from across North America’s advanced battery industry to turn market intelligence into business conversations, new connections, and practical next steps.

The electricity economy is expanding, and battery businesses need to know where demand is headed, what customers need, and which technologies can deliver. Get directly into those conversations with manufacturers, technology developers, investors, researchers, and industry leaders working across the battery value chain. Explore the markets reshaping energy storage, from EVs and charging to data centers, the grid, robotics, and aerospace.

This is more than a conference agenda. Hear timely market reports, challenge assumptions in expert panels and focused Impact Sessions, collaborate in Community Action Labs, discover new work in Member Update Presentations, and meet potential partners in the exhibit showcase. Bring your toughest questions and your next business priority to Rancho Mirage.

THIS YEAR’S MEETING THEME: “EMPOWERING ELECTRICITY”

“Empowering Electricity” puts the battery industry’s next decisions front and center. Where is electricity demand accelerating? What storage solutions do buyers need? How will materials, manufacturing, financing, trade, and recycling affect the ability to deliver? At NAATBatt 2027, move beyond the headlines and engage directly with the people addressing those questions.

Follow the opportunities across data centers and grid storage, electric vehicles and recharging, heavy-duty transportation, defense, robotics, and aerospace. Examine emerging chemistries, domestic manufacturing and supply-chain security, battery materials and the midstream, and the commercial realities of taking technologies from development to deployment. Then use focused sessions and member connections to identify where your organization fits.

Come for the market perspective. Stay for the conversations that can move your business forward. Make NAATBatt 2027 the meeting where you connect, contribute, and help shape what comes next.

Turn Insight Into Action: Sessions and Experiences

See Where Battery Markets Are Headed

Get market-report keynotes covering EVs and recharging infrastructure, data centers and the grid, robotics and aerospace, energy materials, and black mass, end-of-life batteries, and second-life markets. Put those trends to work in your own planning.

Hear What NAATBatt Leadership Is Watching

Get perspective from NAATBatt’s Chief Technology Officer and Chief Science Officer, connect with conference leadership, and take part in the members meeting and briefing.

Find Your Next Partner in the Member Updates and Exhibits

See what member companies are developing and bringing to market in concurrent Member Update Presentations. Continue the conversation in the exhibit showcase with people across the battery value chain.

Get Into the Details with Impact Sessions

Join focused discussions on non-lithium and emerging chemistries; defense and domestic supply-chain security; heavy-duty truck, rail, and transit electrification; the missing midstream (pCAM/CAM/AAM); financing; and U.S. battery-materials mining. Use Community Action Labs and meetings to work through shared challenges.

Connect Battery Technology to New Customers and Uses

Examin data-center storage demand in a fireside chat and industry panel. Hear directly about applications in robotics and aerospace and the needs of utility and grid-scale storage buyers.

Navigate Manufacturing, Trade, and Supply-Chain Decisions

Dig into digitalization and AI in battery manufacturing, EV manufacturers’ supply-chain requirements, overseas manufacturers building in the United States, tariffs, FEOC rules, and China-related supply relationships. Attend a dedicated seminar on developments in Chinese battery technology.

Make Time for the Connections That Matter

Meet people beyond the session room at breakfast discussions, receptions, meals, and the Women in Batteries networking lunch. Monday’s activities also include a Community Chairs Meeting, golf, tennis/pickleball, and a tournament dinner.

NAATBatt 2027 - Agenda

Monday, February 8  
9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Community Chairs Meeting
12:00 p.m. Golf Tournament
2:00 p.m. Tennis/Pickle Ball Tournament
6:30 p.m. Tournament Dinner
Tuesday, February 9  
7:30 a.m. Registration Opens
7:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Exhibit Floor Set up
8:00 - 8:45 a.m. Community Action Lab  
8:45 - 9:00 a.m. Transition
9:00 - 9:45 a.m. Community Action Lab
9:45 - 10:00 a.m. Transition
10:00 - 10:45 a.m. Impact Session
Non-Lithium & Emerging Chemistries
Defense Batteries & Domestic Supply-Chain Security
Heavy-Duty Truck, Rail, & Transit Electrification
10:45 - 11:00 a.m. Transition
11:00 - 11:45 a.m. Impact Session
Battery Materials & the Missing Midstream (pCAM/CAM/AAM)
Financing Battery Technology Today
Mining Battery Materials in the U.S.
Noon - 12:45 p.m. Welcome Meet and Greet Lunch
1:00 - 1:05 p.m. Welcome Remarks of the NAATBatt Executive Director
1:05 - 1:25 p.m. Report of the Chief Technology Officer of NAATBatt
1:25 - 1:45 p.m. Report of the Chief Science Officer of NAATBatt
1:45 - 2:05 p.m. Market Report Keynote: EV Markets and Recharging Infrastructure
2:05 - 2:25 p.m. Market Report Keynote: Energy Storage for Data Centers and the Grid
2:25 - 2:45 p.m. Market Report Keynote: Robotics and Aerospace Battery Applications
2:45 - 3:15 p.m. Opening of Exhibit Showcase and Networking Break
3:15 - 3:35 p.m. Market Report Keynote: Energy Materials Markets
3:35 - 3:55 p.m. Market Report Keynote: Black Mass, End-of-Life Batteries and Second Life Battery Markets
3:55 - 4:00 pm Transition
4:00 - 5:15 p.m. Member Update Presentations
5:15 - 5:25 p.m. Transtions
5:25 - 5:45 p.m. Key Note
5:45 - 6:00 p.m. Awards
6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Reception
7:00 p.m. Dinner (On Your Own)
7:00 - 9:00 p.m. NAATBatt Board of Directors Dinner
Wednesday, February 10  
7:30 - 8:20 a.m. Continental Breakfast / Breakfast Discussions
8:20 - 8:25 a.m. Welcome by the Chairman of NAATBatt
8:25 - 8:40 a.m. NAATBatt Members Meeting and Briefing
8:40 - 9:25 a.m. Fireside Chat: Navigating the Energy Storagy Market for Data Centers in Turbulent Times
9:25 - 10:15 a.m. Networking Break
10:15 - 11:00 a.m. Panel: Robotics and Aerospace
11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Lunch
11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Women in Batteries Networking Lunch
12:30 - 1:45 p.m. Member Update Presentations
1:45 - 1:55 p.m. Transition
1:55 - 2:40 p.m. Panel: What Foreign Manufacturers Building in the U.S. Want You to Know
2:40 - 3:40 p.m. Networking Break
3:40 - 4:55 p.m. Member Update Presentations
4:55 - 5:00 p.m. Transition
5:00 - 5:45 p.m. Panel: The Evolving Energy Storage Needs of Data Centers
5:45 - 6:45 p.m. Reception
6:45 - 9:00 p.m. Gala Dinner
Thursday, February 11  
7:30 - 8:20 a.m. Continental Breakfast / Breakfast Discussions
8:20 - 8:25 a.m. Welcome by President-Elect of NAATBatt
8:45 - 9:30 a.m. Panel: How EV OEM's are Navigating the Battery Supply Chain Gap
9:30 - 9:40 a.m. Transition
9:40 - 11:10 a.m. Member Update Presentations 
11:10 - 12:00 p.m. Networking Break
12:00 p.m. - 12:45 p.m. Impact Sessions
Managing the Chinese Battery and Technology Supply Relationship
Digitalization & AI in Battery Manufacturing
12:45 - 1:45 p.m. Lunch
1:45 - 3:00 p.m. Member Update Presentations 
3:00 - 3:10 p.m. Transition
3:10 - 3:50 p.m. Panel: Utility & Grid-Scale Storage Buyers
3:50 - 4:00 p.m. Closing Remarks

Take the Spotlight at NAATBatt 2027!

Exclusive Member-Only Benefit

Member Update Presentations: Showcase Your Company. Share Your Innovations. Make Connections.

One of the most anticipated features of the NAATBatt Annual Meeting & Conference, Member Update Presentations give NAATBatt members an exclusive opportunity to put their companies in the spotlight before an audience of industry leaders, innovators, investors, and potential business partners.

These dynamic, 4–5 minute presentations are your chance to showcase your company's latest innovations, introduce new technologies and products, highlight recent achievements, and share exciting business developments with the people shaping the future of advanced batteries and energy storage.

For attendees, Member Update Presentations offer a fast-paced look at who's doing what across the battery industry. For presenting companies, they provide valuable visibility, opportunities to spark new business relationships, and a platform to share what makes your company stand out.

Not a NAATBatt member? Don't miss your opportunity to take the stage!

Member Update Presentations are an exclusive benefit of NAATBatt membership. Join NAATBatt to unlock this opportunity and gain access to a powerful network of companies and decision-makers across the advanced battery and energy storage industry.

Must register and sign up for a Member Update Presentation by January 15, 2027,

Your company has a story to tell. Make sure the industry hears it!

Join NAATBatt Today

 

NAATBatt 2027 Registration Fees 

 

 

Early, ends Dec 1

Regular, ends January 31

Late, Starts Feb 1

Member*

$1,995

$2,495

$2,695

Non-Member

$2,595

$2,995

$3,195

Government**

$1,600

$1,600

$1,800

Group Discount*** 

$1,895

$1,895

$1,895

 

*Member Rate: available to employees of NAATBatt member firms in good standing.

 **Government Rate: available to full-time employees of a federal, state or local government agency and to full-time employees of a federal national research laboratories. To qualify for this rate, you must register using a valid government email address ending in .gov.

 ***Group Discount: available to current NAATBatt members in good standing who register three (3) or more attendees from the same company at the same time.


Optional Conference Add-ons

Golf Tournament – $425

Tennis/Pickle Ball – $345

Tournament Dinner only – $245

Spouse and Companions Program – $350

Shmuel de Leon Energy Seminar: What’s New in Chinese Battery Technology –$300

Kick Off NAATBatt 2027: Connect, Compete & Have Some Fun!

Monday, February 8

Why wait for the conference to begin to start making connections? Kick off NAATBatt 2027 with an afternoon of friendly competition, California sunshine, and great company!

Whether you're hitting the fairways, serving up a tennis match, or joining the pickleball action, these pre-conference activities offer the perfect opportunity to reconnect with industry colleagues, meet new contacts, and build relationships in a relaxed resort setting.

 Choose your game, bring your competitive spirit, and get a head start on the networking that makes NAATBatt's Annual Meeting an event you won't want to miss!

Golf Outing & Tournament Dinner
Pete Dye Resort Course  |  $425 per person

Tee off against the dramatic desert backdrop at the Westin’s 18-hole Pete Dye Resort Course. This par-70 championship layout stretches 6,706 yards, with sculpted mounds, deep bunkers and water hazards that keep every round interesting. Add sweeping mountain views and good company, and you have an outing worth clearing your calendar for. 

Play a round with fellow attendees, make connections between shots and finish the day swapping golf stories over dinner. A little friendly rivalry is encouraged; a perfect swing is entirely optional. 

Your golf registration includes: lunch, unlimited practice range, 18-holes golf, tournament dinner and prizes. 

Need clubs? Rental clubs are available for an additional $100. 

Explore the Pete Dye Resort Course

Tennis & Pickleball Tournament and Dinner
Westin Rancho Mirage Racquet Sports  |  $345 per person

Game, set, network! Pick your court and bring your competitive spirit to the Westin’s resort racquet facilities. Tennis players can rally on four lighted courts, including a sunken stadium court, while pickleball fans can enjoy eight dedicated courts. Whether you’re chasing the winning point or discovering your new favorite sport, expect lively play, plenty of laughs and a chance to meet people beyond the conference ballroom.

Choose tennis or pickleball, enjoy an afternoon of spirited matches with fellow attendees, then reunite for a tournament dinner, prizes and stories about that shot you almost made.

 Your racquet-sports registration includes: lunch, tennis or pickleball tournament play, tournament dinner and prizes.

 Explore the tennis and pickleball facilities


Not Playing? Join Us for the Tournament Dinner!

Westin Rancho Mirage Resort  |  $245 per person

You don’t have to swing a golf club or pick up a racquet to be part of the fun! If sports aren’t your thing or you’re arriving later in the day, join us for the Tournament Dinner and kick off NAATBatt 2027 with great food, good company, and plenty of opportunities to reconnect with colleagues and make new connections.

 Celebrate the day’s winners, share a few laughs, and get a head start on networking before the conference officially begins!

 Quick Registration Details 

Activity

Price

What’s included

Golf Outing & Tournament Dinner

$425

Lunch, unlimited practice range, 18-holes golf, tournament dinner and prizes. 

Optional Golf Club Rental

$100

Includes clubs and a sleeve of balls

Tennis or Pickleball Tournament & Dinner

$345

Lunch, tennis or pickleball, tournament dinner and prizes.

Tournament Dinner Only

$245

Dinner Only

 

Spots are limited. Choose your adventure when you register and join us for a day of friendly competition, great food and connections that go well beyond the meeting room.

Spouse & Companion Package | $350

Bring your spouse or companion along and let them enjoy the NAATBatt 2027 experience! For just $350, your guest will have access to all conference meal functions and social gatherings, including three breakfasts, three lunches, two receptions, five networking breaks, and one dinner. It's a wonderful opportunity for your guest to enjoy great food, meet new people, reconnect with friends, and be part of the NAATBatt community throughout the conference.

HOTEL & TRAVEL

Official Conference Hotel

The Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa
71333 Dinah Shore Drive  |  Rancho Mirage, CA  |  (760) 328-5955

Stay at the heart of NAATBatt 2027

Your hotel should be more than a place to sleep. Make The Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa your home base for NAATBatt 2027 and put yourself at the center of the meeting, the conversations, and the connections that matter.

With conference sessions, networking events, and opportunities to catch up with colleagues right where you are staying, you can spend less time traveling between venues and more time making the most of the conference. Skip the daily back-and-forth, avoid the added cost of rideshares or rental-car trips to an off-site hotel, and be ready for early sessions, evening events, and spontaneous conversations in between.

Set in Rancho Mirage, the resort offers a welcoming desert setting to connect, recharge, and enjoy the full NAATBatt experience. Stay where the meeting happens, and do not miss a moment.

Book your room at the NAATBatt meeting rate

NAATBatt has arranged a special group rate of $269 plus tax and NO RESORT FEE at the official conference hotel. Book through the conference link below to request the meeting rate and keep everything happening during the event within easy reach.


BOOK YOUR CONFERENCE HOTEL ROOM 


Group Rate:
  $269 + tax
Group rate booking deadline: January 22, 2027

 

The meeting rate and room availability are subject to availability.
Reserve early to secure your stay at the center of the conference.


Getting There

Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) is the closest airport listed below. The hotel does not provide airport shuttle service; arrange your own ground transportation to the resort.

AIRPORT

DISTANCE TO HOTEL

AIRPORT PHONE

Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)

6.7 miles

(760) 318-3800

Ontario International Airport (ONT)

80 miles

(909) 544-5300

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

110 miles

(855) 463-5252


Ground transportation from Palm Springs (PSP)

Rideshare: Uber and Lyft are available at PSP. Follow airport signs or your app’s pickup instructions to the designated rideshare area. Fares vary by demand, vehicle type, and travel time.

Taxis: Local taxi service is also available. The contact numbers listed in the source travel information are Yellow Cab of the Desert, (760) 340-8294, and Desert City Cab, (760) 328-3121. Confirm the fare and pickup details directly with your driver or provider.

Travel tip: Book the official conference hotel first, then arrange your airport transfer. Once you arrive, you can focus on NAATBatt instead of planning another commute each morning and evening.

Cancellation Policy 

Conference registration may be canceled with full refund (less a $100 processing fee) provided that a written request for cancellation is received by December 15, 2026. Registrants who submit cancellation requests between December 16, 2026 and January 31, 2027, will receive a 50% refund. 

After January 31, 2027, all registrations are non-refundable. No refunds or credit will be given for cancellations received after January 31, 2027, or for no-shows.

Cancellation requests must be submitted by e-mail to info@naatbatt.org. Registrants are strongly advised to purchase travel insurance to guard against the possible cost of a late cancellation or to take advantage of the Transfer/Substitution Policy explained above.

Transfer/Substitution Policy

Prior to February 8, 2027, registrants may transfer their registration to another person at no cost. To request such a transfer, the registrant must submit a substitution request by e-mail to pszyper@naatbatt.org and designate the names of both the original registrant and his or her substitute as well as the company affiliation, job title, e-mail address and mobile phone number of the substitute.