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TEMPEST Final Event in Brussels

The TEMPEST project will hold its Final Event on 24 April 2026, from 09:30 to 13:00 (CET) in Brussels at the Région Nouvelle-Aquitaine, with the possibility to participate online.

TEMPEST is a Horizon Europe project that aims to develop and mature a new generation of safe-by-design, recyclable, high performance, and lightweight batteries by providing a holistic approach to next-generation lithium battery technologies.

The event will present the project’s key results and conclusions, bringing together representatives from research, industry and policy communities working on next-generation battery technologies.

Participants may register their interest in attending onsite or online here.

Due to limited room capacity, in-person participation will be confirmed at a later stage. All registered participants will receive practical information and webinar connection details ahead of the event.

The venue location is available on Google Maps here.

The detailed agenda and list of speakers will be announced soon.

Women in Batteries – Rocío García

Rocío García, Communication & Dissemination Manager for the TEMPEST Project

What is your role as Communication and Dissemination Manager?
My job is to make sure the project is understandable and visible beyond the technical community. We translate complex research into clear messages for citizens, policymakers, students, and industry. This includes managing the website and social media, preparing articles and videos, organizing events, and supporting partners when they present results. Communication is not just promotion it is engagement.

Why is communication important in European research projects?
Public funding supports these projects, so results should be accessible to society. Communication helps explain how research improves daily life, from cleaner transport to reliable energy systems. It also builds trust and encourages collaboration with industry, education, and public authorities. When people understand the value of research, adoption becomes easier and impact increases.

How does TEMPEST support women in STEM and batteries?
We actively promote gender inclusion across our activities. Women researchers and engineers from the consortium participate in interviews, workshops, and outreach events, especially with students and young professionals. We also collected feedback from women working in the battery field to understand barriers they still face, such as visibility and career progression.

TEMPEST to Join EU-INGENIOuS Cluster Webinar on Battery Pack Design Optimisation

Modelling & Simulation approaches for battery pack design optimisation

Next March 24 at 10.30AM (CET), TEMPEST will participate in the upcoming webinar ‘Modelling & Simulation approaches for battery pack design optimisation,’ organised by the BATSS project as part of the EU-INGENIOuS Cluster Initiative for Next Generation Battery Systems.

The EU-INGENIOuS cluster brings together EU-funded projects under the Horizon Europe call HORIZON-CL5-2022-D2-01-05, including BATSS, EXTENDED, NEXTBAT, TEMPEST and VERSAPRINT.

Katerina Fragiadaki will represent TEMPEST in the online session, it will explore advanced modelling and simulation methodologies aimed at optimising battery pack design, with a focus on performance, safety, durability, and system integration. By sharing approaches and insights across projects, the webinar aims to highlight synergies and accelerate innovation in next-generation battery systems.

Registration link: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/7f7004b4-2044-4550-937d-ad75be75656c@de4f5556-fa0c-4756-93d6-30dedabb2928

TEMPEST at RTR Conference 2026

12. Next generation battery systems for road transport and mobility applications

TEMPEST coordinator, Jeremy Warren, presented the project’s latest progress during the 2026 Results from Road Transport Research (RTR) Conference, in the session “Next generation battery systems for road transport and mobility applications.” It was moderated by Martha Gialampouki (CINEA) and Bozorg Khanbaei (BEPA) and brought together European initiatives working to improve performance, safety and scalability of future battery technologies.

The presentation positioned TEMPEST as a system-engineering project, not just a battery chemistry project. Its objective is to remove key barriers to large-scale electrification safety, manufacturability, recyclability and adaptability by redesigning how battery packs are structured and monitored across their lifecycle. The work contributes to safer, lighter and more sustainable energy storage for future road transport.

The session also featured related research projects, including VERSAPRINT and EXTENDED, part of EU-INGENIOuS Cluster.

Watch the full presentation

Action plan for women in research, innovation and start-ups

The EU’s action plan for women in research, innovation and startups will address persistent gender gaps and promote diversity, equality and inclusiveness in the European Research Area (ERA). The plan aims to make the ERA the world’s most attractive place for women to work in research, innovation and startups by 2030.

The TEMPEST project is supporting the European discussion on women’s participation in research, innovation and entrepreneurship by contributing to the European Commission’s initiative on Women in Research, Innovation and Start-ups. As part of this process, women researchers and professionals from the TEMPEST consortium shared their perspectives and experiences, providing feedback on barriers, opportunities and concrete measures that could improve participation and career progression in battery research and related STEM fields.

Share your views and contribute to a more inclusive research community via #EUHaveYourSay by February 23.

TEMPEST at the Road Transport Research Conference 2026

TEMPEST is advancing the development of safe, lightweight, recyclable, and high-performance battery systems tailored to the future needs of road transport and mobility. TEMPEST focuses on next-generation solutions that combine safety-by-design principles with improved performance and reduced environmental impact.

For the second consecutive year, Jeremy Warren from TEMPEST will present its latest progress at the Road Transport Research Conference (RTR) 2026, one of Europe’s flagship platforms for showcasing results from EU-funded and Horizon Europe projects in road transport. The conference brings together hundreds of stakeholders from research, industry, and policy to explore innovations across green vehicles, urban mobility, logistics, intelligent transport systems, automated driving, safety, and batteries.

At RTR 2026, TEMPEST will contribute to technical exchanges on advanced battery systems for road transport, highlighting concrete outcomes achieved as the project approaches its final development phase. The project’s participation underlines the value of collaborative European research in turning scientific advances into practical, scalable solutions.

TEMPEST will once again take part in the EU-INGENIOuS clustering group, alongside EXTENDED, NEXTBAT, and VERSAPRINT. Together, these projects will jointly showcase complementary advances in safety, electro-thermal performance, recyclability, digitalisation, and reduced environmental footprint within a dedicated session on sustainable, high-performance battery technologies.

Milestones 8 and 9 Achieved: From Digital Design to Experimental Validation

The TEMPEST Project has successfully completed two major technical achievements that advance its digital design tools and experimental verification strategy.

Milestone 8: Development and Validation of Advanced Simulation Models

As part of Milestone 8, advanced finite-element (FE) models of critical parts and demonstrators have been developed and validated against experimental results. These validated models now serve as reliable digital tools that allow the project team to virtually optimise manufacturing processes and assess component performance before physical production.

Using these simulation capabilities, the team can:

Predict impact behaviour, vibration response, and mechanical performance under environmental degradation
Refine structural designs to enhance performance and durability
Significantly reduce the number of physical tests required, lowering development costs
Support the design of safer and lighter structures

The integration of validated digital models is a key step toward accelerating design cycles and improving overall project efficiency.

Milestone 9: Comprehensive Experimental Campaign and Model Validation

Milestone 9 focused on an extensive series of experimental tests designed to evaluate material and component behaviour across a wide range of conditions. The experimental campaign included:

Mechanical testing of the composite battery housing material in tension, compression, bending, and shear
Impact testing using drop-tower experiments to assess resistance and failure modes
Moisture absorption testing and correlation with property degradation
Battery cell testing, covering electrochemical performance, thermal behaviour, and ageing
Validation tests on sheet moulding compound (SMC) plates and assembled battery housings

These experimental activities enabled thorough evaluation of strength, stiffness, impact resistance, moisture effects, safety performance, and ageing characteristics. A major outcome was the validation of the FE simulation models with experimental data, demonstrating strong agreement between numerical predictions and physical measurements. This alignment significantly increases confidence in the digital design tools developed within the project.

The successful completion of Milestones 8 and 9 confirms that the project’s simulation and testing methodologies are effective, verified, and ready for final optimisation and industrial deployment.

TEMPEST at Battery Innovation Days 2025

TEMPEST participated in the fifth edition of the Battery Innovation Days 2025, its third time taking part in this flagship European event. Held on 2–3 December in Graz, Austria, the event gathered 600 participants onsite and 1,000 online, featuring 35 exhibitors, 22 sponsors and more than 65 speakers from across the European battery and mobility ecosystem.

As a member of the EU-INGENIOuS cluster, TEMPEST joined forces with fellow Horizon Europe projects to highlight advances supporting Europe’s shift to a competitive, sustainable and resilient automotive and battery landscape. The cluster’s joint session, ‘Driving Change: The EU Automotive Action Plan and Its Battery Breakthroughs,’ was presented by Lisa Lou Gracias and explored how coordinated European research efforts are accelerating next-generation battery technologies and enabling the transformation of the automotive sector. The session emphasised the role of EU-INGENIOuS projects in strengthening supply chains, improving safety and performance, and reducing environmental impact.

Over the two main conference days, TEMPEST coordinator Jeremy Warren also supported the EU-INGENIOuS booth, where the cluster projects presented its latest results.

Jeremy also represented the project throughout the event. On 1 December, he attended the COLLABAT workshops, engaging with experts and stakeholders to exchange insights on battery innovation, digitalisation and industrial uptake.

TEMPEST to Showcase Next-Generation Battery Solutions at Battery Innovation Days 2025

TEMPEST will be part of Battery Innovation Days (BID) 2025 in Graz, Austria, for the third consecutive year, highlighting its work on safe, lightweight, recyclable, and high-performance batteries for transportation. The two-day event on 2–3 December brings together researchers, industry players, policymakers, and end-users to explore the latest innovations in battery technology.

As part of the EU-INGENIOuS Cluster, TEMPEST will share an exhibition space with fellow projects BATSS, EXTENDED, NEXTBAT, and VERSAPRINT, showcasing collaborative efforts to advance safer, more efficient, and environmentally sustainable battery solutions that support Europe’s green transition.

On 1 December, TEMPEST will also join a COLLABAT cluster parallel session at Lendhafen Graz, focusing on the sustainability and long-term impact of battery clusters beyond project timelines. The session features contributions from CINEA, BEPA, Battery 2030+, LiPlanet, twinBATT, and other leading European initiatives.

Battery Innovation Days 2025 offers an open platform for the European R&I battery community to connect, exchange insights, and explore cutting-edge technologies driving the continent’s energy transition.

TEMPEST featured in EU-INGENIOuS Webinar on Next-Generation Battery Systems

The TEMPEST Project participated in the EU-INGENIOuS Cluster webinar “Next Generation Battery Systems: Smart Packing for Maximum Power”, held on 6 November. Katerina Fragiadaki, from the University of Patras, represented TEMPEST and presented the project’s contributions to the development of next-generation battery systems. Her intervention highlighted TEMPEST’s approach to improving thermal management, operational safety, and efficiency through advanced modelling and innovative system design.

The webinar also featured presentations from BATSS EU, VERSAPRINT EU, EXTENDED, and NEXTBAT, offering a comprehensive view of the latest research efforts within the EU-INGENIOuS Cluster.

Below you can access the full recording and the presentation slides:

Webinar video: