Division/Committee: [ENFL: Division of Energy and Fuels]

The transition to sustainable energy systems necessitates the development of innovative materials that enhance the performance, safety, and cost-effectiveness of energy storage and conversion devices. Electrolytes and membranes are the central components of such devices. Current technologies face significant challenges, such as prohibitive costs, limited availability of materials, and environmental concerns associated with lithium-based electrolytes and perfluorosulfonic acid (PFSA)-based membrane solutions. Therefore, innovations in membrane technology, non-PFSA polymers, and beyond Li-electrolytes are critical for overcoming these challenges. The symposium will highlight innovations in hydrocarbon-based and non-fluorinated membranes offering superior ion conductivity, chemical stability, and mechanical durability. Developing novel electrolyte materials, including solid-state, liquid, and hybrid electrolytes, will also be discussed. These materials enhance ionic conductivity, thermal stability, compatibility with various electrode materials, and the safety of some devices. Insights into the interactions between electrodes, membranes, and electrolytes will be shared, underscoring the importance of understanding and optimizing these interactions for developing high-performance energy storage systems. By focusing on non-PFSA-based membranes and electrolytes beyond lithium, this symposium aims to develop innovative materials for achieving efficient, reliable, and sustainable energy storage and conversion technologies.

Guang Yang

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