to fund projects that will advance research, development, demonstration, and deployment in several areas critical to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions in the transportation sector. The potential funding will drive innovations in low-cost electric vehicle battery manufacturing, using inexpensive and abundant battery materials in support of a viable domestic materials supply chain, and conducting smart-charge management demonstrations.
Improving 12V lead-acid battery service life and performance requirements to meet critical safety features while reducing cost. Researching, fabricating, and testing silicon-based lithium battery cells that meet EV battery performance requirements.