<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="true">Tesla signed a $556 million deal in China to build a large-scale battery storage plant for energy storage, not for electric vehicles.The plant in Shanghai will produce Tesla Megapacks, which store electricity for neighborhoods, factories, and utility grids.Each Megapack can hold over 3 megawatt-hours of energy, enough to power about 3,600 homes for an hour.China's focus on renewable energy and grid stabilization makes it an ideal location for Tesla's energy storage plant.Tesla's energy division is growing rapidly, with plans to deploy 40 gigawatt-hours of energy storage per year in Shanghai.This shift shows Tesla evolving into a major energy company, not just a car manufacturer.Increasing energy storage capacity can lead to fewer blackouts, better EV charging, and stronger support for renewables like solar and wind power.The investment in energy infrastructure demonstrates Tesla's commitment to sustainable energy solutions.The $556 million battery project signifies an important step in Tesla's future development and growth in the energy sector.