Fri Sep 20 12:41:00 UTC 2024: ## NanoGraf Secures $60 Million Grant to Build Massive Silicon Anode Battery Facility in Michigan

**Flint, Michigan – September 20, 2024** – NanoGraf, a leading developer of silicon anode battery materials, announced today it has received a $60 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy to build a new advanced manufacturing facility in Flint, Michigan. The grant, awarded under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, will be supplemented by additional funds from NanoGraf and potentially the Michigan Infrastructure Office, bringing the total investment to $175 million.

The new facility, which will retrofit an existing building, will produce 2,500 tons of NanoGraf’s proprietary silicon anode material annually, enough to supply 1.5 million electric vehicles per year. This expansion will make it one of the world’s largest silicon anode production facilities, significantly boosting domestic battery production and supporting the U.S.’s efforts to secure its energy supply chain.

“This is a major step forward in our commitment to strengthening the domestic battery supply chain,” said Francis Wang, CEO of NanoGraf. “Our expansion into Michigan allows us to scale production to meet the growing demand for high-performance EV batteries and consumer electronics.”

The project is expected to create approximately 200 construction jobs and 150 permanent positions, with a focus on hiring locally. NanoGraf has also committed to partnering with the United Steelworkers union if a majority of employees wish to be represented.

The Flint factory will be NanoGraf’s third production facility, adding to its existing operations in Chicago. The company currently supplies silicon anode materials to the U.S. military and has partnerships with leading companies in the consumer electronics, appliance, and power tool industries.

“We are thrilled to welcome NanoGraf to Flint,” said Sheldon Neeley, Mayor of Flint. “This investment will bring innovative battery technology, create high-paying jobs, and benefit our community for years to come.”

NanoGraf’s expansion highlights the growing importance of domestic battery manufacturing in the United States. The company’s focus on silicon anode technology, which can significantly increase battery capacity and performance, positions it as a key player in the transition to a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.

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