A Canadian clean technology company has launched what is being described as the largest manufacturing facility of its kind dedicated to repurposing retired electric vehicle batteries.
The facility focuses on salvaging battery modules that have reached the end of their automotive utility—typically when capacity drops to 70 to 80 percent—and reconfiguring them into stationary
Scaling Sustainable Energy Storage Solutions
The transition from a garage-based startup to a large-scale manufacturer has been rapid, with the company noting that the new plant became fully operational just six weeks after its public announcement. According to Edward Chiang, co-founder and CEO of Moment Energy, the facility is a response to the dual challenge of managing the growing supply of retired vehicle batteries and the increasing demand for energy storage. The company aims to reach an annual production capacity of 1 gigawatt-hour by 2030.
The project has secured significant financial backing, including a $40 million Series B funding round that brought the company’s total capital raised to over $100 million. Government support has also played a role, with Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan) contributing $4.9 million to the initiative. Local officials anticipate the plant will generate more than 100 direct jobs, with the potential to support over 1,000 indirect roles within the region.
Regulatory Milestones and North American Expansion
A critical hurdle for the second-life battery industry is meeting rigorous safety standards for commercial deployment. Moment Energy has secured key certifications, including UL 1974 for battery repurposing and UL 9540 for energy storage systems, which are essential for integrating these units into public and private infrastructure. The company’s operational model is supported by strategic partnerships, most notably an agreement with Mercedes-Benz Energy to secure a consistent supply of retired battery packs.
The technology is already being deployed in practical applications, such as at God’s Pocket Resort on Vancouver Island, where an upcycled system has reduced the facility’s reliance on diesel generators by 66 percent. Looking beyond its Canadian operations, the company is currently developing a gigafactory in Taylor, Texas. That project, which received a $20.3 million award from the United States Department of Energy, is intended to further scale the company’s manufacturing footprint across North America as it seeks to provide businesses with alternatives to fossil-fuel-based backup power.
