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Mar 31, 2022

ESS Tech Q1 2022 Earnings Report

ESS Tech reported results for Q1 2022, navigated supply chain challenges, and expanded operations to the European market.

Key Takeaways

ESS Tech announced its Q1 2022 financial results, highlighting progress in diversifying supplier partnerships and managing costs. The company is on track to ship 40 to 50 Energy Warehouses this year and continues to ramp up manufacturing operations. Despite revenue recognition challenges, the company remains optimistic due to a robust pipeline and backlog.

Received delivery of the second semi-automated manufacturing line in Q1.

Expanded market presence to Europe to address strong demand, with deployments scheduled for the second half of 2022.

Navigated industry-wide supply chain challenges and diversified supplier partnerships.

Remains on track to ship 40 to 50 Energy Warehouses this year.

EPS
-$0.04
Previous year: -$37.6
-99.9%
Cash and Equivalents
$212M
Previous year: $10.2M
+1989.3%
Free Cash Flow
-$23.4M
Previous year: -$6.62M
+253.9%
Total Assets
$235M
Previous year: $251M
-6.1%

ESS Tech

ESS Tech

Forward Guidance

ESS Tech anticipates delivering on its production schedule and shipping 40 to 50 Energy Warehouses this year. The company expects to benefit from its efforts to manage costs and maximize production output.

Positive Outlook

  • On track to ship 40 to 50 Energy Warehouses this year.
  • Ramping up manufacturing operations to increase capacity.
  • Design-for-manufacturability cost reductions are being executed.
  • Pipeline and backlog remain robust.
  • Value proposition of iron flow battery is stronger than ever.

Challenges Ahead

  • Unanticipated challenges limited ability to recognize revenue in the quarter.
  • Continuing supply chain issues.
  • Delays, disruptions, or quality control problems in manufacturing operations.
  • Need to hire, train, and retain an adequate number of manufacturing employees.
  • Need to achieve significant business growth to achieve sustained, long-term profitability.