Dragonfly Energy to be Awarded Nevada Tech Hub Funding to Advance Battery Manufacturing and Workforce Development
Dragonfly Energy (Nasdaq: DFLI), a Nevada-based energy storage company and maker of Battle Born Batteries®, has been selected for first-round funding by Nevada Tech Hub, one of 31 federally designated tech hubs nationwide. The $300,000 award will support manufacturing modernization and workforce development initiatives.
The funding will be utilized for achieving ISO 9001 certification, modernizing production systems, and upgrading battery manufacturing lines. These improvements are expected to generate six-figure annual savings. The company plans to expand its workforce training programs in partnership with local educational institutions and enhance its 400,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in South Reno.
- Non-dilutive funding of $300,000 to support manufacturing upgrades
- Expected six-figure annual cost savings from modernization initiatives
- Strategic partnership with educational institutions for workforce development
- Potential for operational efficiency improvements and revenue growth
- Funding contract still in finalization phase and not yet secured
- Relatively modest funding amount compared to company size and scope
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Dragonfly Energy's $300K Nevada Tech Hub funding enhances manufacturing efficiency and workforce development, potentially yielding six-figure annual savings.
Dragonfly Energy's selection for Nevada Tech Hub funding represents a strategic advancement for both the company and Nevada's lithium battery ecosystem. The
What's particularly valuable about this funding is its dual focus on both infrastructure and human capital. The manufacturing improvements will likely reduce per-unit production costs while enhancing quality control, directly impacting margins. Meanwhile, the workforce development initiatives with Truckee Meadows Community College and UNR create a sustainable talent pipeline – addressing one of the most persistent challenges in advanced manufacturing: skilled labor shortages.
With 400,000 square feet of manufacturing capacity in Reno, this funding helps Dragonfly better utilize its existing infrastructure. The focus on machining, automation, and maintenance skills suggests the company is moving toward more sophisticated production methods, potentially increasing throughput without proportional labor cost increases. This positions Dragonfly to capitalize on growing demand for domestic battery production, especially as localized supply chains become increasingly prioritized across industries.
- Nevada Tech Hub selects Dragonfly Energy for first-round funding, with contract finalization in progress
- Funding to support manufacturing upgrades that are expected to improve efficiency and reduce costs
- Project to expand Nevada’s skilled battery workforce through new training and hiring initiatives
RENO, Nev., Oct. 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dragonfly Energy Holdings Corp. (Nasdaq: DFLI) (“Dragonfly Energy” or the “Company”), an industry leader in energy storage and maker of Battle Born Batteries®, announced today that Nevada Tech Hub, a program designed to strengthen Nevada’s lithium battery supply chain, has selected the Company for funding in its first round of awards. The contract is currently being finalized.
Nevada Tech Hub is one of 31 Tech Hubs nationwide designated by the federal government as playing a key role in a critical key technology focus area. Its mission is to support the further development of the state’s lithium battery and critical materials ecosystem. With the support of state funding, Nevada Tech Hub awarded Dragonfly Energy for its contribution to lithium battery manufacturing capacity and workforce development.
“This award is more than just an investment in Dragonfly Energy, it is an investment in Nevada’s future,” said Dr. Denis Phares, chief executive officer of Dragonfly Energy. “As a homegrown Nevada company, we are proud to contribute to the state’s vision of becoming the nation’s center for lithium battery innovation. By modernizing our operations and expanding our skilled workforce, we believe we can both drive efficiencies that benefit our shareholders, customers, and employees by creating long-term economic growth and high-value jobs across the state. This non-dilutive capital is highly beneficial to our growth strategy.”
The award, expected to total approximately
In addition, Dragonfly Energy plans to recruit and upskill production floor personnel, expanding career opportunities in machining, automation, and maintenance. With nearly 400,000 square feet of manufacturing space in South Reno, the Company believes it is positioned to scale operations while anchoring high-value clean energy jobs in Nevada.
“Supporting industry leaders like Dragonfly Energy is central to Nevada Tech Hub’s mission,” Dick Bartholet, regional innovation officer for Nevada Tech Hub, said. “By providing funding for projects that advance both manufacturing capacity and workforce development, we are strengthening multiple segments of Nevada’s lithium battery and EV materials loop. Investments like these not only modernize production but also create opportunities for more Nevadans to gain the skills needed to thrive in the critical materials and energy storage economy.”
Dragonfly Energy’s collaboration with Nevada Tech Hub and Nevada’s academic community highlights its role in advancing regional innovation. We believe these upgrades will improve efficiency, support revenue growth, and deepen integration into Nevada’s “Lithium Loop” of domestic extraction, processing, manufacturing, and recycling.
To learn more about Nevada Tech Hub and its mission to strengthen Nevada’s critical materials and battery economy, visit unr.edu/tech-hub/.
For more information about Dragonfly Energy and its innovative energy solutions, visit DragonflyEnergy.com.
About Dragonfly Energy
Dragonfly Energy Holdings Corp. (Nasdaq: DFLI) is a comprehensive lithium battery technology company, specializing in cell manufacturing, battery pack assembly, and full system integration. Through its renowned Battle Born Batteries® brand, Dragonfly Energy has established itself as a frontrunner in the lithium battery industry, with hundreds of thousands of reliable battery packs deployed in the field through top-tier OEMs and a diverse retail customer base. At the forefront of domestic lithium battery cell production, Dragonfly Energy's patented dry electrode manufacturing process can deliver chemistry-agnostic power solutions for a broad spectrum of applications, including energy storage systems, electric vehicles, and consumer electronics. The Company's overarching mission is the future deployment of its proprietary, nonflammable, all-solid-state battery cells.
To learn more about Dragonfly Energy and its commitment to clean energy advancements, visit investors.dragonflyenergy.com.
About Nevada Tech Hub
Nevada Tech Hub is a consortium of governmental, industry, educational, and nonprofit organizations all aligning toward a common goal: to leverage Nevada’s rich natural resources and develop a full-spectrum lithium economy within the state. Nevada Tech Hub is one of 31 Tech Hub designees nationally. The program invests in regional partnerships to grow critical industries, strengthen national security, and create high-quality jobs. Nevada Tech Hub is focused on building a complete “Lithium Loop” - a closed-loop lithium economy that includes extraction, processing, battery manufacturing, and recycling. Nevada Tech Hub is working to make Nevada a global leader in critical minerals and electric vehicle materials. By using the state’s natural resources, supporting innovation, and bringing people and organizations together, the effort supports both national strength and a sustainable future. For more information, visit www.unr.edu/tech-hub.
Forward-Looking Statements
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These forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties, and other factors (some of which are beyond the Company's control) which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such factors include those set forth in the sections entitled "Risk Factors" and "Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements" in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024, and in the Company's subsequent filings with the SEC available at www.sec.gov. If any of these risks materialize or any of the Company's assumptions prove incorrect, actual results could differ materially from the results implied by these forward-looking statements. There may be additional risks that the Company presently does not know or that it currently believes are immaterial that could also cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements contained in this press release speak only as of the date they were made. Except to the extent required by law, the Company undertakes no obligation to update such statements to reflect events that occur or circumstances that exist after the date on which they were made.
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