Sila Opens U.S. Factory For Silicon Anodes In EV Batteries

Sila Opens U.S. Factory For Silicon Anodes In EV Batteries

Sila Opens U.S. Factory To Make Silicon Anodes For Energy Dense EV Batteries Sila has taken a big leap forward in the EV battery race. On Tuesday, the startup officially began operations at its new factory in Moses Lake, Washington. Sila opens U.S. factory to make silicon anodes for energy dense EV batteries , marking a major milestone for the future of electric vehicles. Image Credits:Sila The facility is the first large-scale silicon anode factory in the West. At launch, it can produce enough materials for 20,000–50,000 EVs. With future expansion, it could meet the demand for up to 2.5 million vehicles—putting the U.S. on the map in the global battery supply chain. Why Silicon Anodes Matter For EVs Silicon anodes have the potential to improve the energy density of lithium-ion batteries by as much as 50%. This means EVs could drive longer distances on a single charge and recharge much faster than today. Sila’s CEO and co-founder, Gene Berdichevsky, emphasized the strategic advantage of prod…