Clarios, the world’s largest maker and recycler of low-voltage batteries, plans to invest up to $1 billion in a new critical minerals processing and recovery plant in the United States. The company is considering potential sites in Indiana, Texas, and Utah.
The project is being driven by recent executive orders and new federal tax credits for advanced manufacturing. It’s a key part of Clarios’ effort to strengthen the U.S. supply of critical minerals, which are vital for national security. These minerals, including antimony, are used in making ammunition, night vision goggles, infrared sensors, and other defense equipment.
“We’re excited to announce the next step in our strategy to increase our investment in the United States,” said Mark Wallace, CEO of Clarios. “This initiative reflects our deep commitment to sustainability, innovation and building resilient supply chains. By advancing our recycling capabilities and deploying cutting-edge technologies, we’re not only strengthening the domestic supply of critical minerals—we’re also supporting national security and a more sustainable future.”
The plant will use advanced recycling methods to extract antimony and other key minerals from used materials. This will help reduce U.S. reliance on foreign sources and improve the stability of domestic supply chains.
The new facility is part of Clarios’ $6 billion American energy manufacturing strategy, which includes nearly $2 billion targeted for critical minerals recovery. If built, it could also serve as a future hub for new battery manufacturing and technology development in the U.S.
