BAM-2 factory in Moses Lake, WA

BAM-2: Investing in American Energy

Group14 is building the world’s largest factory for advanced silicon battery material in Moses Lake, WA. BAM-2 is expected to produce thousands of tons of SCC55® annually and create hundreds of new jobs locally, laying the foundation for a more resilient American battery supply chain.

About BAM-2

Building the world’s largest silicon battery materials factory

Securing America’s energy needs
We expect to begin production at BAM-2 in 2025, with an initial annual capacity of 2,000 tons of SCC55® or 10 GWh of silicon battery material per module – enough to power hundreds of thousands of EVs and millions of AI-enabled devices. BAM-2 is projected to eventually house six modules to further fortify American energy security.
About BAM-2

Strengthening American energy independence

Diversifying energy sources
For the past decade, we’ve collaborated with the U.S. Department of Energy to drive this transformation while also creating economic opportunities in rural communities. We’re striving to strengthen U.S. battery supply chains to reduce reliance on imported graphite and increase control over the U.S.’s energy future.l
About BAM-2

Expanding domestic battery infrastructure

Enabling supply chain resilience
We designed both our technology and infrastructure to break free from the potential supply chain constraints the battery materials industry is prone to, ensuring global access and availability at the local level for all of our customers. BAM-2 is positioned to reinforce the U.S. battery supply chain by ensuring a secure supply of battery materials to ensure long-term resilience.
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Group14 employees and senator at BAM-2 factory
View of worker welding at BAM-2 factory
Our Community Commitment

Supporting the Columbia Basin community

Workforce
development

Group14 offers educational and training programs to create new career opportunities in the battery industry.

Community
engagement

We support our neighbors through partnerships and collaborations with nonprofit and community-based organizations.

Job
creation

BAM-2 creates hundreds of well-paying jobs in Moses Lake to help sustain the local manufacturing workforce.

Career
readiness

We are inspiring the next generation of talent to pursue clean energy careers through STEM and career readiness programs.

BAM-2 Updates

Remarkable construction progress

Designed with our modular manufacturing approach, BAM-2 allows for the addition of more modules and facilities in the coming years, enabling us to scale production capacity to address the massive global demand for rechargeable energy. Construction at BAM-2 is progressing steadily, and the factory is nearing completion. We are now focused on finalizing construction and commissioning activities, with full production expected to begin in 2025.
BAM-2 Updates

U.S Department of Energy visits BAM-2

In February 2024, Group14 hosted the U.S. Department of Energy and Senator Maria Cantwell at BAM-2. CEO Rick Luebbe shared our plans to strengthen the domestic battery supply chain and improve American energy independence.
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Momentum accelerates

Construction of BAM-2 in Moses Lake, WA continued at a breakneck pace. Exterior walls were completed on the first module with the second module soon to follow. The Operations Building core and shell—where Group14 will monitor the advanced silicon battery materials factory when it comes online—were completed.
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Major equipment installed

By early 2024, we installed heavy equipment in the first module, which now has exterior panels on all five walls. On the second module, we completed concrete walls on its first, second, and third floors, with equipment installation and steel coating also well underway.
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Roof installed on the first module

By late 2023, we completed the steel structure and topped out on the fifth floor of BAM-2’s first module, making the factory visible from the I-90 corridor. Amid these milestones, we completed the contract for our $100M US DOE award.
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Construction begins

After breaking ground in April 2023, we quickly began pouring concrete and started construction on BAM-2 in Moses Lake—which will soon be the world’s largest silicon battery materials factory. By September, steel was in the ground and our first module was on the rise.
BAM-2 in Moses Lake, WA
U.S. Energy Secretary tours BAM-2 with Group14 CEO
Aeriel view of BAM-2 factory under construction
Dusk view of BAM-2 factory
Drone view of BAM-2 module one under construction
BAM-2 under construction April 2023

Built to run on Washington state’s abundant hydropower

Reliable power is critical to our production process and vision for growth in Washington state. Our global customer base demands a reduced carbon footprint – hydropower provides both the clean energy and the reliable power we need to grow our industry, serve our customers, and grow the manufacturing industry in the Columbia Basin.

FAQs

Frequently asked questions

BAM-2 will significantly increase the supply of SCC55® to our customers worldwide, who represent 95% of worldwide rechargeable battery production.

BAM-2’s initial annual capacity will be 2,000 tonnes of SCC55®, equivalent to 10-gigawatt-hours — enough to power hundreds of thousands of electric vehicles and millions of AI-enabled devices per year. The site can hold an additional five modules, which we plan to bring online as quickly as possible to help meet surging demand for silicon batteries.

Our employee headcount in Moses Lake is nearing 200—most of whom are local to Grant County. We’re continuing to grow, and are looking for talent in construction, engineering, operations, and more roles.

Yes – the SCC55® produced at BAM-2 will be shipped worldwide.

Let’s work together

We’re looking for passionate, curious people to join Group14’s growing team in Moses Lake. Let’s electrify everything together.

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