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Driving Sustainable Battery Innovation ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ!

We’re excited to share that Dr. David McNulty, Associate Professor in Energy Materials and Devices in the Department of Physics and member of the Bernal Institute, has secured €475,245 in Horizon Europe funding as part of the ground-breaking HighMag project.

HighMag (High-energy, low-cost, and scalable Generation 5 Magnesium-based batteries for mobility applications and beyond) is a four-year collaborative project, bringing together 13 leading academic and industry partners.

Dr. McNulty and his team ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ will lead research on sustainable cathode materials, developing carbon–sulfur composites derived from plastic waste and biomass to power the next generation of rechargeable magnesium batteries. This work aims to address key challenges in battery technology including cost, safety, performance, and sustainability, all while aligning with Europe’s green energy and circular economy goals.

With a focus on sustainable materials development, protective electrode coatings, electrochemical testing and operando structural characterisation, this project reinforces UL’s position as a leader in energy materials research.

Learn more about the HighMag project here: