Catalyzing Innovation in Next-Generation Energy Technology

North Carolina is a key player in the growing battery belt. Its resources are vital to securing a domestic supply chain for a next-gen energy transition.

  • 25 mines of mineral ores
  • 43 potential automotive sector projects
  • 5,000 jobs will be created with the opening of Toyota Battery Manufacturing in 2025
  • $4B estimated lithium operation
  • $50M of state funds allocated to next-generation energy research and development through NC Collaboratory and NC Innovation

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