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Stryten Energy Wins Phase 2 DOE Award to Build Vanadium Electrolyte Plant

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Slice of Energy Team
October 08, 2024

Key Highlights:

  • Stryten Energy receives $4.5M Phase 2 award from DOE's MAKE IT Prize.

  • Plant to be built in Georgia, supporting vanadium electrolyte production.

  • Supports U.S. leadership in long-duration energy storage (LDES).

  • Will scale production of vanadium redox flow batteries (VRFB).

Notable Quote:

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“We are excited to win the MAKE IT Prize Facilities Track award for our plan to stand up a manufacturing plant in Georgia.”

Scott Childers, Vice President of Essential Power at Stryten Energy

Our Take:

This DOE award to Stryten Energy underscores the critical role of domestic manufacturing in the U.S. energy transition. As the demand for long-duration energy storage grows, the ability to produce cost-effective vanadium electrolyte within the U.S. will help reduce costs and foster innovation in energy storage solutions. Stryten's leadership in VRFB technology will be instrumental in driving sustainable, scalable energy solutions for future grid stability and renewable integration, positioning the U.S. as a leader in clean energy infrastructure.