Graphite One Secures Ohio Location for 10,000-Tonne Battery Anode Materials Facility

Key Takeaways

Graphite One has secured a site in Conneaut, Ohio for its Active Anode Materials facility, set to be operational by Q4 2027.
The initial production capacity will be 10,000 tonnes per year, with plans to expand to 25,000 tonnes by Q3 2028.
Graphite One is engaged in discussions for offtake agreements with major EV and battery manufacturers, emphasizing the U.S. reliance on imported natural graphite.

Site Selection in Ohio

Graphite One has finalized a location in Conneaut, Ohio for its upcoming Active Anode Materials production facility. This strategic site provides vital access to Lake Erie and the Great Lakes shipping corridor, along with multi-line CN rail connectivity and an existing substation that will support operations.

Production Timeline and Capacity

The construction of the facility is slated for completion in the fourth quarter of 2027. Initial production is planned to be 10,000 tonnes per year. This output will be divided into three categories: 4,000 tonnes designated for energy storage material, 3,000 tonnes for fast-charging applications, and another 3,000 tonnes for high-energy-density applications—all intended for lithium-ion battery use in electric vehicles (EVs) and grid storage solutions. Furthermore, Graphite One envisions expanding production capacity to 25,000 tonnes per year by the third quarter of 2028 as part of its Phase Two plan.

Partnerships and Market Demand

Graphite One has recently provided samples of its commercial-grade anode material—up to 20 kg each—to three major electric vehicle manufacturers and three battery companies. These companies are currently conducting specification testing on the materials. Although binding offtake discussions have been initiated with participants from this group, no formal agreements have been established yet.

U.S. Import Dependency

Currently, the United States relies entirely on imports for its natural graphite needs. Graphite One’s vertically integrated approach connects its Graphite Creek deposit in Alaska—the largest graphite deposit in the U.S., as identified by the U.S. Geological Survey—with processing facilities in Ohio. This model aims to reduce U.S. dependence on foreign graphite while bolstering local production capacities for the growing EV market.

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