The US Department of Energy (DOE) has selected 11 projects to advance the domestic manufacturing of next-generation batteries, investing $25 million across the projects. The projects aim to develop materials, processes, machines, and equipment for the production of sodium-ion batteries, flow batteries, and nanolayered films. These innovations will enhance energy affordability, increase energy security, and create jobs for American workers.
The projects are divided into two topic areas: “Platforms for Next-Generation Battery Manufacturing” and “Smart Manufacturing Platforms for Battery Production”. The first topic focuses on developing advanced processes and machines for low-cost, large-scale production of sodium-ion batteries, while the second topic emphasizes the development of smart manufacturing platforms that can be used to improve the production of various battery technologies.
The selected projects will help to establish a strong foundation for the domestic battery industry, enabling the production of high-performance batteries that are critical for grid storage, transportation, and industrial manufacturing. The DOE’s investment in these projects is expected to drive economic growth, create jobs, and increase energy security.