Anthro gears up to construct an electrolyte production facility with a robust grant
As part of its effort to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Manufacturing and Energy Supply Chains has selected Anthro Energy for a $24.9 million grant. This grant will go to support the construction of the first large-scale, US-American-owned and operated advanced electrolyte production facility. According to reports, the facility will speed up the process of the commercialisation of innovative battery technologies, including silicon anodes and high-voltage cathodes while building a resilient, equitable clean energy economy.
“We are thrilled to be selected for this award, which represents a pivotal moment for both Anthro Energy and the future of the U.S. battery industry. Establishing the nation’s first facility for domestic production of advanced electrolytes is a game-changer; it strengthens our energy independence, bolsters the battery supply chain, and propels us toward a clean energy economy,” stated David Mackanic, CEO of Anthro Energy. “The support from the DOE and the state of Kentucky has been key in helping us realize this vision, as we continue to push the boundaries of sustainable energy innovation.”
The advanced electrolyte production facility is planned to be erected in Louisville, Kentucky and will produce annual energy of 25 GWh for a supply of 12,000 metric tons of advanced electrolytes. It is, however, envisaged that the high-performance electrolyte promises to enhance the safety, lifespan, and performance of modern lithium-ion battery cells.
The grant promises economic advantages for people living in Louisville. According to reports, 114 full-time and 390 temporary construction jobs will be available when the facility operates at full capacity. As a result, Anthro Energy is investing $2.5 million in workforce development, local education, and long-term sustainability, ensuring that the residents of Louisville will benefit from the facility’s operations.
This project is fully supported by Congressman McGarvey and the Kentucky Cabinet of Economic Development as it commits to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law which provides provisions to address the climate crisis and ensure economic and environmental benefits reach disadvantaged communities.
Author: Abdulwaliy Oyekunle
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