Western Cam, a U.S.-based manufacturer of cathode active materials (CAM), has officially launched and begun initial sample production of lithium iron phosphate (LFP) CAM. This milestone supports the development of a domestic supply chain for battery materials critical to the U.S. energy transition. Isobel Sheldon, Global CEO and Co-Founder of Western Cam, stated: “We’re not just re-shoring the most important battery materials of this decade and the next — materials originally developed here in the U.S. — we’re reshaping the future of American energy independence.”

Western Cam recently announced its official launch and entry into the initial sample production phase of lithium iron phosphate Cam — marking an early step in building a resilient, domestic supply of battery materials essential to America’s energy transition.

Sheldon added: “Western Cam exists to restore U.S. capability in this critical part of the battery supply chain — with proven materials, mature processes, and the team to scale it. This isn’t about waiting for next-generation breakthroughs. We’re focused on executing the hard part — making proven chemistries manufacturable, affordable, and American. That’s what industry and policy demand right now.”

The company has secured its first Letter of Intent (LOI) for offtake with a U.S.-based customer, indicating early demand for domestically produced CAM that meets U.S. regulatory standards. Western Cam’s initial LFP sample production phase, underway and expected to conclude in Q2 2025, is a step toward commercial-scale production. The company is planning a large-scale U.S. CAM facility to meet growing market needs.

Western Cam’s production process ensures cost competitiveness with imported LFP materials, and its finished LFP CAM is exempt from U.S. tariffs. The company’s team includes experts who developed an efficient and scalable LFP production method, enabling high-quality, low-cost CAM that competes with international suppliers without relying on tariff advantages.

Focused on supporting energy security, Western Cam is producing LFP and lithium manganese iron phosphate (LMFP) cathode materials for electric vehicles, grid storage, and energy infrastructure. The leadership team brings extensive experience in commercial cathode production and global process implementation. Western Cam is actively collaborating with customers, policymakers, and partners to strengthen the U.S. battery supply chain and support national industrial strategies.

This initiative enhances the resilience of the U.S. battery material supply, aligning with the country’s goals for sustainable energy and reduced reliance on foreign sources. Western Cam’s efforts position it as a key player in advancing domestic production capabilities for critical energy transition materials.