VIVIFY and Evolution Metals Signed Power Agreement
The two Florida-based companies have partnered to deploy hydrogen power systems for domestic magnet production.
Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in Electric Vehicles
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VIVIFY Technology and Evolution Metals & Technologies have signed a non-binding letter of intent to deploy hydrogen power systems for future magnet production. The partnership aims to provide reliable, behind-the-meter energy to support the development of a fully integrated rare earth magnet campus in the United States.
Why it matters
Magnet manufacturing is a power-intensive industry that requires stable, long-term energy solutions. This collaboration seeks to secure a domestic power source that aligns with upcoming U.S. defense sourcing requirements for critical materials.
The hydrogen power units consist of containerized 1MW modules that can be scaled as needed. Meanwhile, Evolution Metals & Technologies is currently scaling its annual magnet production capacity in Pohang, Republic of Korea, from 1,000 to 10,000 metric tons.
The players
VIVIFY Technology
Headquartered in Delray Beach, Florida, this technology company specializes in the development of hydrogen power infrastructure.
Evolution Metals & Technologies
Based in Miami, Florida, this firm focuses on the supply chain and production of critical rare earth materials and magnets.
The details
The agreement outlines the deployment of modular hydrogen power systems designed to support the energy-heavy process of rare earth magnet manufacturing. The initiative is intended to facilitate the construction of a fully integrated U.S.-based magnet production facility by providing a scalable, behind-the-meter energy solution.
Timeline
October 1, 2026: The companies signed the non-binding letter of intent.
January 1, 2027: New DFARS sourcing requirements take effect for the U.S. defense industrial base.
January 2027: VIVIFY manufacturing operations are scheduled to begin in Jupiter, Florida.
Roadmap
This agreement reflects a broader industry shift toward vertical integration and energy self-sufficiency in the domestic production of critical materials. By securing modular power for future magnet facilities, these companies are positioning themselves to meet stringent defense-sector compliance standards.
The establishment of a domestic magnet campus could eventually impact the supply chain for automotive components, potentially influencing the availability of parts for electric vehicle manufacturers. Residents in Jupiter may also see local economic shifts when the manufacturing facility begins operations in early 2027.
The takeaway
This partnership illustrates the importance of pairing critical industrial manufacturing with scalable, localized energy infrastructure. Future developments will depend on the successful technical validation of these hydrogen systems and the finalization of definitive legal agreements.
Further reading
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