American Battery Factory Invests $1.2 Billion in Right to Work Arizona

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American Battery Factory is investing a total of $1.2 billion in order to establish a new gigafactory in Right to Work Tucson, Arizona. As a result, this will create 300 new jobs. So this is exciting news for the area’s economy!

From Area Development Magazine:

“This investment represents a generational opportunity both for us as a company and for Tucson as a community as a means to truly make energy independence a reality for everyone. […] Batteries make shifting to an entirely green energy economy possible. With this first factory, we will secure a strategically positioned company headquarters while taking the critical first steps in making it possible to one day move the country and the entire world to 100% renewable power. We are honored to start this journey in Tucson and give back to the community through innovation, quality job creation, revenue generation and environmental protection.†[…]

“With this announcement, American Battery Factory has elevated Arizona’s reputation as a national epicenter for battery manufacturing. […] American Battery Factory’s new facility and headquarters will advance Southern Arizona’s vibrant technology ecosystem while creating hundreds of skilled jobs and drive further economic growth to our state.†[…]

“American Battery Factory joins prominent regional and corporate headquarters in Southern Arizona, such as Raytheon Missiles & Defense, Caterpillar and Hexagon’s Mining division, among others. […] This marquee project catapults Tucson into the national spotlight, ensuring this region has a prominent place in the energy storage and EV manufacturing supply chain being developed right here. With key advancements from ABF, Tucson will be a cutting-edge leader ushering in new EV technology and improved energy storage efficiency.â€

AREA DEVELOPMENT MAGAZINE

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