General Motors has signed a multi-year agreement with Norwegian company Vianode to supply synthetic graphite anode materials for its electric vehicle batteries. This move aims to reduce reliance on China, which dominates the global graphite market. The synthetic graphite will be used in batteries produced by GM’s Ultium Cells joint venture and is expected to enhance battery technology significantly.
Vianode plans to establish a North American production plant by 2027, with an annual capacity of 80,000 tons by 2030. This will provide enough material for approximately 1.5 million electric vehicles. The company emphasizes the environmental benefits of synthetic graphite, which boasts a significantly lower carbon footprint than traditional mining methods. Furthermore, synthetic graphite production allows for faster scaling compared to mining operations, enabling the EV industry to meet the growing demand for batteries.
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