Kellyton graphite plant could make global impact

An aerial view of the construction site for what will become the Kellyton Advanced Graphite Processing Facility, located at the Lake Martin Regional Industrial Park, just off U.S. Highway 280. 

Westwater Resources recently discussed the company’s 2022 operational updates during a March 7 conference call, which included significant news about its Kellyton plant. 

According to a news release, the Colorado-based mining company will enter into an agreement with a global electric vehicle battery manufacturer, which will utilize Westwater subsidiary Alabama Graphite and the Kellyton graphite processing plant as production partners.  

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The entrance to the office of Alabama Graphite, which is across the street from the plant's construction site. 

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Construction crews and crane operators were observed working on the facility Monday. 

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A view of the plant's construction progress as of March 2023. 

William Marlow is a multimedia reporter for Tallapoosa Publishers, Inc. To reach William, email william.marlow@alexcityoutlook.com.