The Department of Commerce and Natcast have announced NY CREATES’ Albany NanoTech Complex as the site for the first CHIPS for America flagship research and development facility. This Extreme Ultraviolet (EUV) Accelerator will receive an estimated $825 million in federal funding and focus on advancing EUV lithography—a critical technology for next-generation semiconductor manufacturing. Set to open initial operations by 2025, the facility will offer NSTC members access to cutting-edge EUV technology, enhancing U.S. semiconductor innovation and strengthening the domestic supply chain.
The Albany facility will serve as a collaborative hub, uniting industry leaders, academia, and government partners to push the limits of semiconductor R&D. This initiative aligns with the Biden-Harris administration’s goals to secure U.S. leadership in semiconductor technology and workforce development. The EUV Accelerator will feature state-of-the-art equipment, including High Numerical Aperture EUV systems anticipated for 2026, while supporting workforce training and fostering an open, collaborative research environment. Natcast and NY CREATES aim to finalize a 10-year contract for the site, marking a key milestone in the U.S. semiconductor ecosystem.
• Location: Albany NanoTech Complex, Albany, NY
• Operator: Natcast, in partnership with NY CREATES
• Federal Investment: $825 million
• Focus: Advanced EUV lithography for semiconductor R&D
• Collaborators: Industry leaders, academia, and government partners
• Key Capabilities: Standard NA EUV (2025), High NA EUV (2026), collaborative workspace for NSTC members
• Additional Facilities Planned: NSTC Prototyping Facility, Advanced Packaging Facility, and Design Facility
“With this collaboration, Natcast and NSTC members will gain essential EUV tools to accelerate the commercialization of tomorrow’s semiconductor technologies,” said Deirdre Hanford, Natcast CEO.
