World-class research transforming electrification

Sophistication in thermal management of electrification technologies

Advanced battery packaging and electro-thermal design

Cell-to-vehicle modelling, design and optimization

Battery storage in northern, Indigenous communities

Battery energy storage for renewables in northern, remote and Indigenous communities

Solar panel project in Old Crow, Yukon (Photo credit: C. Ouellette, Solvest)

Electrification Hub

Vibrant research ecosystem accelerating innovations in battery, e-mobility, charging, and stationary energy storage technologies with leading edge environmental and social impacts research

Six research pillars addressing timely subjects

Materials Discovery, Battery Manufacturing and Recycling

Modelling, Optimization, and Data Analytics

Core Sub-Systems: Battery Packs, Powertrains, and Chargers

Integration Technologies and e-Mobility Systems: EVs and e-Fleets

Battery Energy Storage Systems for Stationary Applications

Adoption Enablers and Co-Benefits

Dynamic University-Industry collaborations with Canada’s fast-growing e-mobility sector

Expanding trainee education to the full spectrum of electrification technologies