Solidion Technology Awarded Grant From The U.S. Department of Energy

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Solidion Technology (Nasdaq: STI) announced on November 21, 2025 that it received a U.S. Department of Energy grant from ARPA-E to advance research and commercialization of electrochemical manufacturing of high-performance graphite using biomass-derived carbon.

The project will be conducted jointly with Oak Ridge National Laboratory and follows Solidion’s 2025 R&D 100 Award for Electrochemical Graphitization in Molten Salts (E-GRIMS). The company said the award aligns with DOE goals to reduce imports of critical energy materials and improve U.S. energy independence.

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• DOE grant awarded on November 21, 2025
• Collaboration with Oak Ridge National Laboratory
• Recognized by a 2025 R&D 100 Award

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Grant Proceeds Will Accelerate Research and Commercialization of Electrochemical Manufacturing of High-Performance Graphite

DALLAS, Nov. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Solidion Technology Inc. ("Solidion" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: STI), an advanced battery technology solutions provider, was notified by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) that it has been awarded a grant to advance research and development of Electrochemical Manufacturing of High-Performance Graphite Based on Biomass-Derived Carbon. This award is one of the projects funded by ARPA-E, the Advanced Research Projects Agency, from their highly competitive OPEN program.

The Company previously announced that it had received the prestigious 2025 R&D 100 Award in partnership with Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), for innovation in Electrochemical Graphitization in Molten Salts (E-GRIMS).

KEY HIGHLIGHTS OF DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY GRANT

• Collaboration: Research to be conducted jointly with Oak Ridge National Laboratory
• Independence: Assists in the Department of Energy's mission to reduce imports of critical energy materials from foreign sources, improve American energy independence, and ensure that the U.S. maintains a technological lead in developing and deploying advanced energy technologies.

Jaymes Winters, Chief Executive Officer of Solidion Technology, stated:

"This award demonstrates the cutting edge superiority of Solidion's extensive patent portfolio and innovation. As a U.S. manufacturer, Solidion is poised to take advantage of its vast technological abilities"

About Solidion Technology, Inc.

Headquartered in Dallas, Texas with pilot production facilities in Dayton, Ohio, Solidion's (NASDAQ: STI) core business includes manufacturing of battery materials and components, as well as development and production of next-generation batteries for energy storage systems, including UPS systems serving the artificial intelligence (AI) data center market and electric vehicles for ground, aerospace, and sea transportation. Solidion holds a portfolio of over 525 patents, covering innovations such as high-capacity, silane gas free and graphene-enabled silicon anodes, biomass-based graphite, advanced lithium-sulfur and lithium-metal technologies.

For more information, please visit www.solidiontech.com or contact Investor Relations.

Forward-Looking Statements

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FAQ

What did Solidion Technology (STI) announce on November 21, 2025?

Solidion announced it received a U.S. Department of Energy grant from ARPA-E to advance electrochemical manufacturing of high-performance graphite.

How will the DOE grant affect Solidion Technology (STI) research efforts?

The grant will fund R&D and commercialization of electrochemical graphite production using biomass-derived carbon in collaboration with ORNL.

Who is Solidion partnering with on the ARPA-E-funded project (STI)?

Solidion will conduct the research jointly with Oak Ridge National Laboratory.

Does Solidion (STI) have prior recognition for its graphite technology?

Yes, Solidion received a 2025 R&D 100 Award for Electrochemical Graphitization in Molten Salts (E-GRIMS).

What strategic goals does the DOE grant support for Solidion (STI)?

The award supports DOE aims to reduce imports of critical energy materials and strengthen U.S. energy independence.

Is the DOE award part of a competitive ARPA-E program for Solidion (STI)?

Yes, the award is funded through ARPA-E’s OPEN program, described as highly competitive.