Critical Mineral
Steel & Alloys
The framework that keeps energy secure.
Steels and specialized alloys form racks, housings, and protection for batteries across EVs, grid systems, and defense platforms.
Role in the battery value chain
- Provide mechanical strength and impact resistance for packs and containers.
- Enable fire barriers, blast protection, and structural integrity in critical deployments.
- Support long-duration, outdoor, and mobile battery systems in demanding environments.
From ore to battery-grade material
Iron ores and recycled scrap are transformed into steels with carefully controlled alloying elements. Battery applications often demand specific grades for corrosion resistance, weldability, and strength.
National security & resilience
Domestic steel production capacity and specialty alloy expertise are strategic assets for building resilient battery infrastructure and defense platforms.
Environmental & community considerations
Electrification of steelmaking, expanded use of electric arc furnaces, and recycling of scrap significantly cut the carbon footprint of structural materials in the battery value chain.
The American Battery connects steel & alloys to the full lithium-ion value chain—from mining and refining through active materials, cells, packs, and recycling—so that policymakers, partners, and citizens can see how this element supports American energy security.