The Technology Pipeline of Storage Systems: What's Next?

Recording of Thursday, August 28, 2025 | ees South America | Conference Program | Language: English | Duration: 91:22 .

The Technology Pipeline of Storage Systems: What's Next?

Brazil's energy storage expansion involves technological developments far beyond battery cells; it must encompass materials R&D, electrochemical design, grid integration, safety standards, digitalization, and market applications. This panel will chart the complete BESS innovation roadmap, examining critical gaps and opportunities at each milestone, from advanced chemistries to smart controls and recycling systems.

Talks of this session:

Welcome and Introduction

Speaker

Dr. Luis Roberto Valer Morales
CTO
Huawei Digital Power
Brazil

BESS in transmission: 30 months of successful operation in Registro

Speaker

Renato Guimarães Ribeiro
Expansion and Studies Manager
ISA CTEEP
Brazil

Enhancing the Safety and Performance of Storage Systems with AI and Predictive Analytics

Speaker

Timo Gollub
Senior Solutions Engineer
ACCURE Battery Intelligence
Germany

Innovation for Scale: Cost Optimization with LFP Chemistry and Cell Design

Speaker

Luke Hu
Co-Founder
Electroder
Germany

Battery Safety - Insights on Joint Safety Guidelines Development of Energy Storage Alliances and Manufacturer Solutions

Speaker

Dr. Matthias Vetter
Energy Storage Chief Expert
Huawei Nuremberg Research Center
Germany

Q&A

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