Prof. Thomas Nann
Unlocking the Future of Energy Storage
Keynote: Little Steps or Giant Leaps?
We know renewable energy is our future, but what happens when the sun isn't shining or the wind isn't blowing?
The answer is effective energy storage, and it's one of the most urgent challenges we face. So how do we get there? Do we take small, methodical steps, or do we need a revolutionary leap?
Join Professor Thomas Nann, CEO of local innovator Allegro Energy, for a special presentation
Energy Storage Innovation: Incrementalism vs Breakthrough Discovery. This talk will explore how new ideas come to life, from the decades-long development of the lithium-ion battery to the kind of "paradigm shifts" that redefine entire fields. Prof. Nann will discuss why giant leaps are sometimes necessary to avoid getting "stuck in the mud," even when our research culture often incentivises smaller steps.
As a prime example, you'll discover Allegro Energy's own giant leap. To create a truly sustainable battery, we need to move beyond elements that are scarce, radioactive, or too expensive. Allegro has developed a breakthrough solution: a unique, water-based microemulsion electrolyte.
This patented "perfect electrolyte" has created a new class of battery with incredible features:
Sustainable: It is free from rare or scarce materials, using only common, responsibly sourced elements.
Safe: The technology is non-flammable, offering enhanced safety.
Durable: It is built to last over 20 years with no degradation.
Affordable: The use of abundant materials makes it a highly cost-effective energy storage solution.
Allegro is already deploying a commercial-scale 100 kW / 800 kWh battery with Origin Energy.
Don't miss this chance to hear the story behind an incredible local innovation and explore how we can foster the culture needed for game-changing discoveries.
