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Northvolt to Power a Million EVs Annually with New German Factory

The €4.5 billion project in Heide, backed by Chancellor Scholz, aims to bolster Europe's technological sovereignty and create 3,000 jobs.

  • Northvolt's new electric car battery plant in Germany is expected to produce cells for 1 million cars annually.
  • The €4.5 billion investment in the plant near Heide is projected to create 3,000 jobs, with production starting in 2026.
  • German Chancellor Olaf Scholz emphasizes the plant's role in securing technological sovereignty and value creation in Europe.
  • The factory will utilize locally produced offshore wind power, aligning with Germany's energy and transport transition model.
  • Despite a slowdown in the EV market, Northvolt CEO Peter Carlsson remains optimistic about the transition to electric vehicles.
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