🌍 Human curiosity has always driven us to explore and develop new materials, especially within the realm of inorganic elements—metals, minerals, and compounds that form the building blocks of modern technology. From steel and silicon to rare earth elements critical for electronics and renewables, our quest for innovation has shaped our world. However, the astonishing fact remains: we've only discovered and utilized less than 1% of there potential. Developing a new engineered material still takes on average 15 years and 100mln euro of investment to get in the market. The vast ocean of newly engineered materials still largely remains unexplored, holding immense potential for breakthroughs in energy, electronics, medicine, and sustainability. To access the basic resources, we are investing billions in mining operations worldwide, aiming to secure the raw materials essential for future innovations. Yet, extracting the real potential is still a very time-consuming and costly process. This is why I co-founded VSPARTICLE to completely redesign the complete process of developing engineered materials. We are on a process to accelerate the process by 100x to unlock the other 99% in a single generation.
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New breakthrough in hydrogen research? 🔬 Christine and Eva are scientists at Forschungszentrum Jülich, a German research institute. Together with their colleagues, they took a closer look at the hydrogen production process – and discovered something crucial. Using high-tech analysis, they uncovered a structural change in important components. Their findings could lead to improved technology and make hydrogen production more efficient and sustainable. Read more about their research and how it will improve the future of energy in the full article. ⬇️
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#cleantech #openaccess #cleantechnologies #renewableenergy #callforreading The Recycling of Lithium from LiFePO4 Batteries into Li2CO3 and Its Use as a CO2 Absorber in Hydrogen Purification ✍️ Authors: Zoltán Köntös and Ádám Gyöngyössy 🏛️ IOI Investment Zrt. 🏛️Budapest University of Technology and Economics 👉https://brnw.ch/21wVuEr #RecyclingEconomy #Lithium #LiFePO4Battery #LithiumCarbonate #CO2Capture #SustainableEnergy #GasSeparation
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《Energy Lab》 Breaking New Ground: Single-Atom Catalysts for Multi-Carbon CO2 Reduction 🌱⚡ Exciting review by Fengkun Hao, Yunhao Wang, and Zhanxi Fan on rational design of single-atom catalysts (SACs) for electrochemical CO₂ reduction to high-value multi-carbon (C₂₊) products! While SACs have shown promise for C₁ products, this work dives deep into mechanisms and design principles for advancing C₂₊ generation—critical for sustainable fuel production and carbon neutrality. From copper-based to non-copper SACs, the authors explore innovative strategies to boost selectivity, efficiency, and scalability. A timely resource for researchers in catalysis, materials science, and sustainable energy! 📖 Dive into the science: [https://lnkd.in/gHabh9x8] #CO2Reduction #SingleAtomCatalysts #SustainableEnergy #CarbonNeutral #Electrochemistry #MaterialsScience #Innovation #GreenChemistry #Catalysis #ClimateAction
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Pure Alchemi Ltd, founded in 2024 in Scotland, is a UK-based deep-tech startup developing chemical looping combustion generators that transform carbon-rich waste into clean energy while recovering high-purity critical materials. By combining zero-emission power generation with strategic recycling, the company addresses two of Europe’s most pressing vulnerabilities: dependence on imported fossil fuels and near-total reliance on foreign suppliers for rare earths and battery metals. Its modular E-series units, ranging from 2.5 kW to 250 kW, are designed for both industrial and defense use, offering NATO-interoperable, mobile power solutions that reduce the need for fuel convoys and secure local resource loops. Defence Finance Monitor classifies Pure Alchemi as a “significant contributor to EU defense sovereignty,” with a sovereignty score of 6/10. Early validation has come through NATO’s DIANA accelerator, which selected the company in 2025 for its potential to enhance Allied energy resilience. By open-sourcing its core IP under the CERN Open Hardware License, Pure Alchemi fosters rapid European adoption while retaining integration expertise, ensuring that Europe gains broad access to the technology without foreign control. If scaled successfully, its generators could supply critical raw materials for European defense industries and power NATO forward bases sustainably, marking a pivotal advance in Europe’s pursuit of energy and materials autonomy. #PureAlchemi #ValerieFindlay #NATODIANA #CircularEconomy #CriticalRawMaterials #EnergyResilience #DefenceFinanceMonitor #StrategicAutonomy https://lnkd.in/dHr-2ArQ
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Associate Professor (Green Hydrogen, Decarbonisation, Solar Energy), Energy Demand Analysis (AI)
Excited to be part of the Royce Hydrogen Accelerator Knowledge Forum held on Tuesday, 2nd September in The University of Manchester. The forum brought together industry leaders and researchers to discuss pressing R&D challenges in hydrogen technologies. During the table discussions, I shared my views on: 🔹 The necessity of scaling catalyst coatings and evaluating their long-term stability 🔹 New opportunities in co-electrolysis for value-added chemical synthesis alongside hydrogen generation 🔹 Exploring alternative electrolyte feedstocks, such as industrial greywater, for sustainable electrolysis It was a great opportunity to meet both academic and industry experts, exchange ideas, and explore pathways to accelerate the hydrogen economy. ⚡💧 Looking forward to continuing these discussions and building future collaborations! #Hydrogen #NetZero #CleanEnergy #Innovation #RoyceHydrogenAccelerator
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🙌 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗟𝗼𝗴𝗶𝘂𝗺 𝘅 CEA-Liten 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽 𝗡𝗲𝘅𝘁-𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗱-𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘂𝗺 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗕𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗠𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺 Starting from November 2024, ProLogium and CEA have embarked on a collaboration that introduces the innovative “𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻-𝗳𝗼𝗿-𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗹𝘆” concept to battery modules, enabling high energy density, repairability, recyclability, and reusability. This partnership combines ProLogium’s cutting-edge superfluidized all-inorganic solid-state lithium ceramic battery technology with CEA’s extensive expertise in module design. Together, we aim to meet market demand for high performance while aligning with Europe’s strong emphasis on recycling, reusability, and sustainability. ✨ 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗟𝗼𝗴𝗶𝘂𝗺 𝘅 𝗖𝗘𝗔 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 • Individually replaceable cells → Easy repair & recycling • High energy density cells → Mitigating modular efficiency loss • Modular design → Ensuring safety while enabling circular reuse 🌱 𝗔 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗶𝗿𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝘆 With innovative disassemblable designs, ProLogium’s unique cell architecture, and streamlined recycling processes, materials such as cathodes, anodes, and separators can be efficiently separated, achieving over 90% high-purity material recovery. This not only supports Europe’s green manufacturing policies but also provides the most advanced new energy solutions for the European battery industry. This collaboration is not only a landmark achievement in strengthening the European battery value chain but also a critical milestone for the global energy transition. ProLogium will continue to partner with upstream, midstream, and downstream partners from materials, modules, and vehicles to recycling to co-create a safe and sustainable ecosystem and empower Europe’s industrial sovereignty. 📩 Check the link in the comments for the full official press release. #ProLogium #CEA #CircularEconomy
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CEA & ProLogium: Toward New Removable and Recyclable Solid-State Battery Modules Since November 2024, ProLogium and CEA have collaborated to develop a breakthrough solid-state battery module featuring a “Design-for-Disassembly” structure—enhancing reparability, recyclability, and reusability while preserving high energy density. A mock-up prototype will be presented at IAA Mobility 2025. This partnership marks a pivotal step toward sustainable battery lifecycle management. By enabling modular repair and component-level recycling, ProLogium and CEA are redefining the circular economy in energy storage, aligning with Europe’s pursuit of industrial autonomy and low-carbon resilience. Excited to see this live at IAA Mobility 2025 and to witness how innovation and sustainability can truly go hand in hand. #CircularEconomy #ProLogium #CEA #SolidStateBattery #CircularEconomy #TaiwanToGlobal #IAAMobility2025 #Sustainability
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PhD Candidate in Power-to-X I Decarbonisation I Business ecosystems I Finance I Execution
So happy to finally share our recently published paper "Overcoming profitability asymmetries in Power-to-X: Path2X method as a techno-economic solution", co-authored by Antti Ylä-Kujala, me Maija, Timo Kärri and Antero Tervonen (it´s open access so go ahead and take a look, too!) 🥳 ✨ Link: https://lnkd.in/dFJNxDCK Abstract: Power-to-X (PtX) pathways are complex systems of multiple stakeholders with different business interests. PtX investments’ economic feasibility depends on stakeholders being profitable. Such stakeholder dynamics are ignored in current techno-economic analyses, although profitability asymmetries are a major obstacle for PtX investment approval. The aim of this study is to develop a generic analysis method – Path2X – to address asymmetric profitability within PtX pathways. Methodologically, the study adheres to design science research and uses case study for illustration. The Path2X method consists of a systematic lifecycle cost modelling and measurement approach. This comprises three cashflow components and a production flow to calculate a variety of techno-economic performance measures. Additionally, to evaluate stakeholder profitability, a multi-role approach combining role-level and pathway-level measures is suggested. The case study illustrates how a hydrogen provider faces a negative net cashflow, which ideally leads to profit sharing arrangements and a fairer distribution of profits among stakeholders. #decarbonisation #cleanenergy #hydrogen #PtX #valuechains
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German start-up company Minerva Carbon will receive federal funding of around 1.8 million euros to research mesoporous carbons for batteries. 🔋 Read more: https://lnkd.in/eKKxAk9M #eMobility #Battery #BatteryProduction #Research #BatteryMaterials #Carbon #BatteryNews #Minerva #MinervaCarbon
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Livium Ltd secures exclusive microwave technology with the University of Melbourne, achieving over 95% neodymium recovery in lab tests. This breakthrough positions Livium at the forefront of the rapidly expanding rare earth recycling market, projected to hit US$7.3 billion by 2026. 📣 Announcement Highlights: → Term sheet signed for a 20-year global exclusive license on the microwave technology → Lab tests showed >95% Nd recovery and up to 90% Pr recovery, with 85% lower energy use → Proven approach for palladium and platinum group metals, reducing reliance on conventional digestion → Strong synergy with Livium’s existing battery recycling operations, creating broader circular economy impact Simon Linge, CEO and Managing Director, commented: "We are excited to partner with the University of Melbourne and leverage their innovative microwave technology to explore how we can extract rare earth elements. This is a significant step in our strategy to broaden our recycling capabilities and meet the growing global demand for REEs." Livium has committed an initial A$65,000 to scale up an Australian-first prototype, potentially increasing to A$250,000 against key milestones. The project benefits from Livium’s strong supply chain links, allowing the company to tap into end-of-life REE waste streams and commercialise more efficiently. ⏱ Upcoming catalysts: - Securing grant support for the Prototype Scale Microwave Reactor - Delivery of REE product test results to validate full commercial potential Continue exploring how Livium aims to revolutionise REE recycling. Click below for the full article and deeper insights: https://lnkd.in/gazV_dJX
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Social Network Insights | Community Management | Marketing of Sustainable Innovations |
2wWhen The Human Genome project only mapped 1% of the human DNA after almost a decade of work someone congratulated them "Great news! you're halfway there!" It is exactly this type of exponential technologies like VSPARTICLE 's that will create the next wave of high tech ventures and should be the nubian of a strong scale up and innovation cluster here in NL & EU. Vincent Karremans, Rinke Zonneveld and Lars Crama this is the new ASML you're looking for!