About us

In the face of climate change, environmental degradation, and far-reaching societal and economic digitisation processes, novel battery technologies are urgently needed to power e-mobility, clean energy storage, and consumer electronics. Lithium-ion or Li-ion batteries (LIBs) are among the most significant energy storage technologies due to their high efficiency and superior energy density compared to predominantly used lead-acid batteries. LIBs are nowadays used in a wide range of mobility and electronic applications.

However, current state-of-the-art technology still faces substantial performance, sustainability and recyclability drawbacks. Moreover, battery manufacturing relies significantly on Critical Raw Materials (CRMs) such as lithium, cobalt, or natural graphite.

Against this backdrop, INERRANT is committed to pushing the boundaries of current LIB technologies by developing 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.

Alongside the aspired scientific progress, the project focuses on future knowledge valorisation, industrial upscaling, and market uptake. INERRANT’s expected outcomes will accelerate a rapid industry transformation towards sustainable and circular manufacturing practices of advanced materials for safer LIBs, setting a new benchmark for large-scale production.

• INERRANT is also an integral part of the CSA Batteries 2030+ initiative, which coordinates dissemination efforts for related battery technology projects.