Projects

Efficient battery recycling is both economically and environmentally necessary due to limited raw material availability. The current EU Battery Regulation mandates ambitious recycling quotas. Sustainable battery cell production in Germany relies on powerful recycling processes and precise, reliable material characterization. Only this approach enables the recovery of high-quality recyclates.

The electric vehicle market is booming and plays a crucial role in our global climate goals. However, with this growth comes an increase in the number of consumed batteries that contain valuable raw materials. Unfortunately, there are currently no truly efficient and energy-saving recycling technologies available . The "ProBatman" project aims to address this issue by optimizing recycling processes and developing new technologies to improve the quality and yield of battery recycling.

The aim of the KMU-innovativ project ELEKTRA is to develop a continuous manufacturing process for electrochromic films. To this end, the electrochemical batch process is being further developed into a roll-to-roll (R2R) process for aqueous solutions on film. An automated coating system is being designed that enables in-situ quality control by means of optical layer thickness measurement and segmented anode control. At the same time, the control of the EC films is to be developed. The process quality will be analyzed as part of the prototype implementation. The film elements will be tested in practice by applying them to a glass element as a demonstrator.

The European project SOLIDBAT, funded by the European Union through its Horizon Europe program, aims to develop high-energy solid-state batteries for automotive applications, focusing on sustainability, safety, and scalable production to support climate-neutral transportation.

Sustainable and high-performance solid-state electrolytes address a clear need in battery R&D. The FUNCY-SSB project will develop sustainable by design solid-state electrolytes with enhanced electrochemical performance.

The INERRANT project is committed to pushing the boundaries of current 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 REWIND project has set an ambitious goal: to significantly improve battery recyclability in order to enhance resource efficiency and reduce CO2 emissions.

The objective of the ReUse project is to improve the circularity and sustainability of the entire low-value LFP battery waste stream - from production scrap to end-of-life LiB.

The NaKlaR project is developing solutions for the remaining challenges that will lead to sustainable sodium-ion-batteries with improved electrochemical performance.

The PHOENIX project aims to explore the self-healing, sensor, and trigger functions in batteries. By developing cells that can last longer and detect and prevent degradation, the goal is to enhance the sustainability and cost-effectiveness of batteries.