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Earlier this year Will Tope spoke on a panel at the Energy Tech Summit in Bilbao, Spain. He was on a panel discussing the future of solid-state batteries with Arfa Karani, PhD, Casper Peeters, Yan Zhu and Mike O'Kronley. There were a couple of key issues that were discussed, which remain increasingly important right now ⬇️ 🔀Pathways to Commercialisation Identifying what customers actually want from solid state batteries and the timeframe and pathways to adoption. It's critical to zoom in on a limitation of incumbent tech, and find a partner who finds that weakness very painful. 📈How we nurture transparent and holistic data sharing Avoiding the temptation to rely on isolated KPIs and ensuring we are informing the industry as better informed investors and customers are good for everyone. If you’d like to listen to the recording it’s available here 🎧⬇️ #energytechsummit #innovation #cleantech

Last weekend Team LiNa Energy was at the FullyCharged.SHOW & Everything Electric event, where our Chair Arvind Sabharwal joined an Ask the Experts panel to discuss key topics around energy investment and why decarbonisation technologies are set to lead the future. A great panel 🎉 Dave Borlace - Just Have a Think, Scott Duncan - OVO, Sarah Merrick - Ripple Energy & Matthew Boyes - Hometree #cleantech #batterytechnology #innovation

👩🔬 Beyond the Lab: The Pets of LiNa Energy 🐕🐈 This week, we’re excited to introduce Aisha Ford’s two feline companions, Coco and Narla - sisters with a classic love-hate relationship! Coco is the ultimate chill queen, finding comfort in bags, boxes, and anywhere but her five beds. Fun fact: she’s half cat, half dog - she loves playing fetch and can’t actually meow! Meanwhile, Narla may look sweet and demure, but don’t be fooled! She’s the alpha of the pair and it's either her way or the highway. She’s also an avid “traveller” - no suitcase can stay open without her hopping right in 😼✈. With personalities like these, we’re not sure the lab could handle all that energy and mischief! #officepets #batterytechnology #cleantech

This weekend, Team LiNa will be at the FullyCharged.SHOW & Everything Electric South where our Chair Arvind Sabharwal will be joining the Ask the Experts panel, discussing key topics around energy investment including: ⚡Where are the best investments right now? ⚡What are the best opportunities in energy and transport? ⚡Which decarbonisation technologies are set to lead the future? Join us if you can! 🗓 Saturday, 12th October ⏰ 15:15 – 15:45 📍 Farnborough International #Energy #Decarbonisation #BatteryTechnology #EverythingElectric

👨🏭Manufacturing Update - Destination Bologna ✈️ LiNa Energy's manufacturing team met for a mid-point review of our upcoming electrolyte production line, scheduled to be commissioned and fully operational in the coming months. During the meeting, the team discussed advanced handling strategies, data capture and control systems, and finalised the roadmap for the Factory Acceptance Test (FAT). This new electrolyte line marks a significant milestone in LiNa's development, as it will play a key role in boosting production - to showcase automation and scalability and validate our supply chain. Thanks to Kris Barr, Dawid Januszkiewicz & Ricardo Couto.

👩🔬🔬Update from the Lab: LiNa Energy Short-Circuit Safety Test - Resilience Under Extreme Conditions 🔬👩🔬 When developing energy storage solutions, particularly for longer durations, high C-Rates (the rate at which a battery charges or discharges relative to its capacity) usually aren’t the focus. However, in a recent test, we pushed our cells beyond 3C during a series of short-circuit safety tests - and did so without the typical fireworks. ⚡What is a Battery Short Circuit? In simple terms, a short circuit happens when there's an unintended connection between the positive and negative terminals, allowing current to flow uncontrollably. In traditional lithium-ion batteries, this can result in overheating, venting, or even explosions, as the high currents create extreme internal temperatures. 🔋The LiNa Energy Test To assess the resilience of our Gen 1 (3.2Ah) cells, we conducted short-circuit tests at 90% State of Charge (SOC) in a 250°C controlled environment. Using a load of 80 ± 20 mOhm (via a TTI LD400 DC) and heavy-gauge, nickel-cored cables resistance-welded directly to the anode and cathode. The result? A sustained shorting current of around 9-10A for 10 minutes - unintentionally setting a new C-Rate record for our cells. 🚫🔥Zero Fire, Zero Smoke—100% Integrity Despite extreme conditions, our cells showed no physical damage, smoke, or fire - proving the inherent safety of LiNa Energy's technology, even in the event of a short circuit. 🧠Why It Matters Safety is critical when it comes to battery design. By eliminating traditional safety risks, we simplify system architecture, reduce the need for extra safety equipment, and lower the overall cost of energy storage systems. At LiNa Energy, our commitment to safety drives innovation, and these results support our approach to building the next generation of energy storage solutions. #EnergyStorage #Innovation #Safety #BatteryTech

This week, Richard Dawson and Decio Lima attended the 5th International Sodium Battery Symposium (SBS-5) in Berlin, where valuable insights were exchanged with the wider community. The event highlighted exciting progress across solid-state, semi-solid-state, and conventional sodium-ion batteries, showcasing how far the field has come. While there are still challenges ahead, it’s clear that LiNa Energy's unique cell design and technical approach offer a genuine advantage in this space. The symposium brought together a diverse mix of academic and industry leaders from around the world, underscoring the growing interest and collaboration in sodium battery technology. A great event overall, and we're excited to apply these learnings as we continue to innovate. #EnergyStorage #Innovation #SBS5

The Global North is really good at decarbonising the Global North, but all the potential is in the Global South... 🌍 In our latest article, Will Tope delves into the technical and financial challenges -and the vast potential - of deploying clean energy solutions across the Global South, focusing on the recent work of our team in India. As one of the fastest-growing energy markets, India offers a unique opportunity to align technological advancements with significant climate impact. But this is just the beginning, as we continue to explore other key regions across the Global South, where the demand for clean energy solutions is rapidly increasing. Please have a read and let us know your thoughts 💡 #cleantech #globalsouth #batteryinnovation

Last week, our team attended Cambridge Tech Week, which featured a dedicated event on Cleantech - the unsung hero of deep tech. While Deeptech operates on longer timelines, the climate emergency demands action now. How do we bridge that gap? The discussion was optimistic, emphasising several key takeaways: 🌍 Cleantech has a strong market pull—there is no doubt that demand exists 🚀 Proving product-market fit is essential. It’s not just about the tech, but ensuring the solution addresses the right need 📜 Policy and regulation will play a critical role in driving progress. Governments have set ambitious targets, but more clarity is needed around milestones and checkpoints 🌐 Global regulatory fragmentation is a risk that could limit cleantech’s impact if not addressed As the climate crisis accelerates, the intersection of innovation, policy, and market demand will shape the future of cleantech. Here at LiNa Energy, we're proud to be part of this movement, pioneering advanced sodium battery technology to drive the clean energy transition forward. If you attended the event we’d love to know your perspective 💡

Our PhD student, Sreenivasan Kiritharan, recently presented his latest research paper at The Faraday Institution on “Porosity Characterisation of Solid-State Battery Electrolyte with Terahertz Time-Domain Spectroscopy”. The paper focuses on how terahertz technology can play a vital role in studying electrolyte properties. With solid-state batteries leading the next generation of energy storage, this research highlights new methods for enhancing quality control and optimising the manufacturing process. Research is so critical to deep tech innovation and in undertaking this work we aim to help the energy sector accelerate the transition to net zero, faster. Thank you Sreenivasan Kiritharan for all your hard work and the team for their support including Richard Dawson, Sarah Lucas, Decio Lima and all of LiNa Energy. You can read it here ⬇ https://lnkd.in/e_yNgF6U