Jones Alami begins by recalling the central role of batteries in the transition to green energy. ‘Batteries are part of the solutions for a sustainable energy transition, but they are not the only element to consider’, he explains. He stresses the importance of a global approach, integrating not only batteries but also electric motors and the energy sources used to recharge them. ‘To make this transition a success, we need to ensure that the entire cycle, from materials to production and recycling, is taken into account,’ he adds.
Among the promising technologies, Mr. Alami cites lithium-ion batteries, redox-flow batteries, solid-state batteries, and sodium-ion batteries. These innovations, developed at UM6P, are designed to meet the needs of a market undergoing rapid transformation. ‘The battery market is both transformative and volatile. So it’s crucial to be prepared at different levels, particularly in terms of materials,’ he stresses.
UM6P, a key player in research and industrialisation
UM6P is a major player in battery research. The work carried out at the university focuses on the development of materials for cathodes, anodes, electrolytes, and separators. ‘We have already reached technological maturity levels (TRL) of between 4 and 6 for certain materials, in particular LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate),’ explains Jones Alami. These advances will enable UM6P to play a leading role in the industrialization of these technologies.
But for Mr. Alami, innovation is not limited to research. ‘Development without innovation is practically impossible,’ he says. The UM6P is therefore striving to cultivate a culture of innovation through its educational and research programs, while fostering links between academia and industry. ‘Our aim is to position UM6P as an innovative, forward-looking university while contributing to the advancement of battery research on a national and continental scale,’ he says.
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