ABOUT US

CAROLINA BATTERY INSTITUTE

Investing in Advanced Battery Manufacturing

Workforce Development in the Carolinas

WHO WE ARE

CBI, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, offers the nation's first lithium-ion battery manufacturing hands on training program based in a lab and dry room setting, approved by the North Carolina Community College System(NCCCS)., and delivered through a two-year college's continuing education program.

THE MISSION

The Carolina Battery Institute (CBI) collaborates with industry and education leaders to empower underserved communities in the Carolinas. Its goal is to break down barriers, offering hands-on experience in advanced technology fields while strengthening the nation’s workforce.

THE VISION

The Carolina Battery Institute (CBI) envisions a future where cutting-edge training empowers a diverse workforce to lead in lithium-ion battery and electric vehicle innovation. As the nation's first provider of hands-on battery manufacturing training in state-of-the-art lab and dry room environments, fully endorsed by the North Carolina Community College System (NCCCS), CBI is committed to breaking barriers and creating equitable pathways to success in this transformative and rapidly evolving industry.

THE VALUE

CBI, with partners like Guilford Technical Community College(GTCC), Guilford Works, and Soelect Inc., advances North Carolina’s high-tech workforce with an economic impact exceeding $200 million. Offering 40-hour courses in Battery Manufacturing, Quality, and Testing, CBI provides barrier-free access to quality jobs, particularly for disadvantaged communities. As a registered NC Apprenticeship Program provider, it continues to grow through strong community and industry collaborations.

OUR HISTORY

2023

Q3 501(c)3 Nonprofit Organization CBI Established
Q3 Open House Ceremony, Clean Energy Week with Governor Roy Cooper
Q3 Affiliation Agreement with FTCC

2024

20 Community Partnership Agreements,

Offered 4 Training Courses

Q1 Affiliation Agreement with GTCC, RCC
Q2 CBI First battery course “Lithium -Ion Battery Manufacturing(EVT-4200)” was registered in the E-library system of NCCCS(North Carolina Community College System) for 58 community colleges
Q2 “Lithium-Ion Battery Manufacturing”(EVT-4200) 3 Courses with GTCC
Q2 Registered Apprenticeship Program of 8 occupations with Nationwide Credential
Q3 First donated equipment ($5,000) from Wellcos Corporation
Q4 CBI Second battery course “Lithium -Ion Battery Testing(EVT-4300)” was registered in the E-library system of NCCCS(North Carolina Community College System) for 58 community colleges

2025

10 Battery Employer Partnership Agreements,

Offer up to 10 Training Courses

Q1-4 Offering “Battery Manufacturing” , “Battery Testing”, and “Battery Quality Control and Root Cause Analysis” courses with local community colleges
TBD Registered Apprenticeship Program with 4 more occupations
TBD Pre-Apprenticeship “Youth Battery Scientist” First program with Guilford County Schools
Q1 Training partner of Soelect BWI (Battery Workforce Initiative) Pilot Training Project: “Battery Machine Operator” Registered Apprenticeship Program Occupation Training Curriculum development, sponsored by the DOE (Department of Energy), DOL (Department of Labor), NETL (National Energy Technology Laboratory), and others.

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