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DOE Cancels $700 Million in Battery Grants, Sparks Controversy

10/21/2025

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The Department of Energy canceled more than $700 million in grants for battery and manufacturing projects, affecting Ascend Elements and Anovion awarded under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
Energy Secretary Chris Wright said the projects missed milestones and were not economically viable.
Lawmakers argue the cancellations violate legal requirements and threaten jobs.
Ascend Elements and American Battery Technology plan to appeal the decisions while continuing their projects independently.

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The Department of Energy canceled more than $700 million in grants for battery and manufacturing projects, affecting Ascend Elements and Anovion awarded under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
Energy Secretary Chris Wright said the projects missed milestones and were not economically viable.
Lawmakers argue the cancellations violate legal requirements and threaten jobs.
Ascend Elements and American Battery Technology plan to appeal the decisions while continuing their projects independently.