• The Michigan Defense Resiliency Consortium (MDRC), in partnership with commercial and academic sectors, has mapped Michigan’s public and private investments in energy storage and battery R&D.
• This effort identifies critical assets that support the Department of Defense (DoD) in addressing energy storage and battery technology gaps.

Disclaimer

This mapping project was prepared under contract with the University of Michigan Economic Growth Institute, with financial support from the Office of Local Defense and Community Cooperation, Department of Defense. The content reflects to views of the University of Michigan Economic Growth Institute and does not necessarily reflect the views of the Office of Local Defense and Community Cooperation. This asset map is provided as an informational resource and reflects data compiled from primary, secondary, and tertiary sources. The MDRC strives for accuracy and regularly updates our dataset but we do not guarantee that all information is complete, current, or error-free. Users should independently verify critical details before making decisions based on this map.This application may contain data from third-party sources and links to external sites, for which we do not assume responsibility

• Asset Name: The name or identifier for the documented asset, such as the name of a facility, product, service, or research project.
• Organization Name: The name of the organization associated with the asset, such as the company, research facility, or governmental agency.
• Asset Description: A summary of the asset’s main functions and distinctive features. This can include the asset’s role in the battery supply chain, key specifications, or unique contributions to its sector.
• Classification I: Supply Chain Segment: The segment of the supply chain in which the asset operates, such as manufacturing, distribution, or recycling. This high-level category provides insight and understanding of where the asset fits within the larger battery supply chain. This classification is based on NREL Classification from NAATBatt Lithium Ion Battery Supply Chain data
• Classification II: Product/Facility: A more detailed classification of the asset based on its function provides additional detail on the asset’s operational focus. This classification is based on NREL Classification from NAATBatt Lithium Ion Battery Supply Chain data
• Classification III: Product Type: The distinct type of product or service offered by the asset. This classification is based on NREL Classification from NAATBatt Lithium Ion Battery Supply Chain data
• Status: The current operational status of the asset provides further insight into the asset’s classification, availability, and phase in the production lifecycle.
• Entity Ownership: Details on the ownership structure of the asset, specifying if it is US or internationally owned.
• Capital Investment: The amount of capital invested in the asset, either as an initial expenditure or ongoing investment.
• Production Capacity: The volume of output the asset can produce over a specified time frame, such as units per month or megawatts per year.
• Production Location: The geographic location where production occurs. This may include addresses, cities, or regions.
• NAICS: The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code that most closely aligns with the asset’s main capacity.
• Location Information: Geographic information about the asset’s location in the state of Michigan.
• Contact Information: The primary contact details for inquiries, including phone number, email address, and contact name.
• Website: The URL for the asset’s official website or the organization’s main site, providing access to more detailed information
• Source: References for where information has been gathered, such as a government database or company website. This provides traceability of the data provided, and access for more detailed information regarding the asset.
• Validation: There are three levels of validation for each data point: primary, secondary, and tertiary.
  • Primary: information validated by a primary source within the company, through email or phone correspondence.
  • Secondary: information gathered from a reputable database, such as NREL or SBIR/STTR
  • Tertiary: information retrieved from the company’s website, or another outside source such as a news article or government report
• Last Update: The year that information on the asset has last been updated.
• Additional Resources: Any additional resources or information the organization has available for the asset, including PDF descriptions, product capabilities, and more.
• Defense Supplier: Indicates whether the organization is currently engaged as a supplier within the defense industry, including partnerships or contracts with defense-related entities.
• Contracted by DoD: Specifies if the organization is presently under contract with the U.S. Department of Defense.