The first ATVM loans went out in 2009 and 2010. Then, in July, the program surprised everyone with a new announcement supporting Syrah Vidalia’s graphite facility in Louisiana. We speak with Director Shah about the ATVM’s overall mission, why there’s renewed emphasis on getting more loans approved and how the Inflation Reduction Act is changing industrial policy in the U.S.

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