“Electrochemical Energy Storage Materials and Processes” was the title of the workshop organised by GRAPHERGIA together with two more European Commission-funded projects, EMPHASIS and INERRANT, as part of the Horizon Europe Satellite Event at the 15th International Conference on Solid State Chemistry 2024 (SSC 2024), celebrated from the 8th until the 13th of September 2024 In Ústí nad Labem, Czech Republic.
Our Horizon Europe Satellite Event brought together researchers and experts from diverse backgrounds to discuss the latest advances in electrochemical energy storage, with a particular emphasis on supercapacitors and batteries. By gathering individuals with different expertise, we fostered fruitful discussions and facilitated knowledge sharing in this rapidly evolving field. The session was live broadcasted in YouTube for those who couldn’t attend it in person.
As part of the workshop, our GRAPHERGIA partner Dr. Apurba Ray from German Aerospace Center, or Deutsches Zentrum für Luft – und Raumfahrt E.V. (DLR) made an oral presentation entitled “Quasi-solid Polymer Electrolytes for All-in-one Self-charging Structural Energy Storage Devices” on the 12th of September at 15:20h in front of an audience of around 40 people formed by researchers (PhDs, Postdocs), Professors, academia and business.
Dr. Apurba demonstrated that supercapacitors composed of quasi-solid polymer electrolytes (QSPEs) have attracted increasing attentions for suitable energy storage and power electronics due to their safety, leakage-free, interfacial compatibility, high ionic conductivity, non-flammability, easy coupling to energy harvesters and easy structural integration process. His presentation represented the outcomes of our project GRAPHERGIA. Besides, he visited the Institute of Plasma Physics (IPP) of the CAS, and networked with researchers, professors and students coming from various countries in Europe and beyond.
“It was indeed an exciting and important conference for all the researchers. I feel honored to present our GRAPHERGIA work at the special event Horizon Europe Satellite Event at SSC 2024”, remarked Dr Apurba Ray (DLR).
More about the Projects EMPHASIS and INERRANT
EMPHASIS is working on creating new supercapacitors that are specifically designed for consumer use. The aim is to develop sustainable energy storage solutions in two key areas that are essential for meeting the needs of modern life: electromobility and smart clothing.
To achieve this goal, EMPHASIS is taking an innovative approach that involves using new materials sourced from natural resources, improving design processes, and pushing the boundaries of existing energy storage technologies. This will allow us to go beyond the current technical standards and create energy storage solutions that are more efficient, sustainable, and tailored to meet the specific needs of consumers.
INERRANT is committed to pushing the boundaries of current Lithium-ion batteries (LIB) technologies by focusing on the development of innovative material combinations, advanced electrolyte formulations, and eco-friendly recycling methods that prioritise safety and recyclability. This holistic approach targets the entire battery lifecycle, from design and manufacturing to end-of-life recycling.
The project leverages cutting-edge science and technology to build the foundation for safer energy storage solutions, paving the way for a future where mobility is both eco-friendly and secure.