Natron Energy has inaugurated the first commercial-scale sodium-ion battery production facility in the U.S., located in Holland, Michigan. This facility marks a significant advancement in sodium-ion battery technology, offering high power density, longer lifecycle, and a safer, more sustainable chemistry compared to traditional battery technologies. It is also the first to achieve UL listing for sodium-ion batteries.
Natron executive Colin Wessells emphasized the benefits of sodium-ion technology over lithium-ion, including faster recharge and safer chemistry, while executive Wendell Brooks highlighted the facility’s role in driving Natron’s growth and supporting the shift towards renewable energy.
As reported by Businesswire, the facility aims to generate 600 megawatts of sodium-ion batteries annually, support over 100 local jobs by 2025, and cater primarily to data centers needing reliable 24/7 power for AI growth.
Natron’s sodium-ion batteries utilize Prussian blue electrodes for faster sodium-ion transfer and boast over 50,000 cycle-life without using conflict minerals. This positions Natron as a leader in providing environmentally responsible energy solutions.
