Graphite and manganese for batteries get US investment
Battery makers aim to build a complete regional supply chain
After initially focusing on securing supplies of lithium, manufacturers in the rapidly growing US battery industry are turning their attention to less-well-known components, such as graphite and manganese. The US doesn’t make these materials in large volumes, and several companies are trying to increase production to meet demand from battery makers.
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