American Battery Technology Company Wins $1M Agreement with Argonne National Laboratory to Advance Lithium Manufacturing

American Battery Technology Company (ABTC) has been awarded a $1 million US Department of Energy collaborative agreement with Argonne National Laboratory to support the commercialization of its internally-developed advanced lithium processing technology. The technology can manufacture lithium hydroxide with reduced chemical agent use, lower operational costs, and lower impact. ABTC is committed to advancing the country's acquisition of domestically sourced battery metals for sustainable energy security.

American Battery Technology Company (ABTC) has been awarded a $1 million collaborative agreement by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) with Argonne National Laboratory to support the commercialization of its internally-developed advanced lithium processing technology. This technology promises to manufacture lithium hydroxide with reduced chemical agent use, lower operational costs, and a lower environmental impact. The agreement underscores ABTC's commitment to advancing the country's acquisition of domestically sourced battery metals to ensure sustainable energy security.

The technology, developed by ABTC, utilizes an electrochemical route to produce lithium hydroxide, a critical component in lithium-ion batteries. This method significantly reduces the consumption and generation of chemical agents typically associated with conventional lithium manufacturing processes, thereby lowering operational costs and environmental impact [2].

The collaboration with Argonne National Laboratory will leverage the Advanced Photon Source particle accelerator and Aurora Exascale Supercomputer to perform advanced imaging and characterization techniques. These trials will help quantify the performance metrics of ABTC's electrochemical conversion device over time, aiding in the development of long-term predictive models for the technology's commercial deployment [2].

ABTC's focus on domestic manufacturing of critical minerals aligns with broader U.S. energy policies aimed at reducing reliance on foreign supply chains. This initiative is part of a strategic effort to support the nation's clean energy transition and enhance energy security. The company's commitment to sustainable practices and innovation in battery metals technology positions it as a key player in the evolving electric vehicle and energy storage markets.

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[1] https://www.batterytechonline.com/batteries/battery-recycling
[2] https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2025/07/15/3115577/0/en/American-Battery-Technology-Company-Awarded-Collaborative-Agreement-with-Argonne-National-Laboratory-ReCell-Center-to-Advance-Novel-Lithium-Manufacturing-Technologies.html