October 2024 Newsletter
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?? BCI members attend Committee Week in Baltimore?
The 2024 BCI Committee Week was an outright success! Hosted at Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants in Baltimore, industry leaders gathered to shape BCI’s priorities across key work areas for 2025.?
Thank you to members of the committees listed below for attending!
?? Product Information ?? Flow Battery Industry Group ?? Women in the Global Battery Industry ? Industrial Battery and Charger ?? Deep Cycle and EV ?? Technical ?? Data Book ?? Marketing ??? Government Relations ?? Environmental Health and Safety ?? EHS Sustainability Subcommittee
?? DOE awards BCI $5M for LDES
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has awarded BCI $5M to advance long-duration energy storage using lead batteries. Our Technical Director tim ellis spoke with BESTmag about this groundbreaking initiative and BCI's newly-formed Consortium for Lead Battery Leadership in Long Duration Energy Storage.
?? BCI celebrates Manufacturing Day 2024
In celebration of MFG Day 2024, BCI published an article highlighting our industry's remarkable impact on the U.S. economy and our readiness to power the future. In the article, we showcase the $8.1T economic impact of the battery industry, our commitment to domestic supply chain resilience, our industry's circular economy success story, DOE grants for energy storage innovation, and more.
?? Stryten Energy takes on Rebelle Rally
BCI and WGBI were proud to support Stryten Energy in the Rebelle Rally . It was a blast to cheer on Jully Sieglaff and Amanda E. as they tackled this challenge in their Jeep "Beth."
?? BCI visits U.S. Battery and Trojan Battery facilities in CA
Our VP of Marketing and Communications, Jeff Reeves , toured U.S. Battery Mfg. Co. 's Corona, CA facility with Zachary Cox and Marvin Ho , and caught up with the team on initiatives to protect employees and the environment.?
Reeves also stopped by Santa Fe Springs, CA to see Trojan Battery Company ’s lead and lithium battery production and learn more about their work to meet customer needs in a fast-changing energy storage marketplace. Thanks again to Eusebio Gomez , Martin Arreola, Peter Quirarte , Laurent Tarnaud , Ardra Revilla, and Pedro Chacon !?
Women In the Global Battery Industry News
?? WGBI Shines at ELBC 2024
Women in the Global Battery Industry showcased its growing influence and commitment to supporting women in the field at ELBC 2024 in Milan. Highlights from the conference:
?? 50+ attendees at our networking reception
?? Membership growth to 275 globally
?? Impressive presentations by WGBI members
?? Plans for regional charters in LATAM, EMEA, and South Asia.
??? 3rd Annual WGBI Dinner brings women in the industry together
WGBI leaders and members gathered in Baltimore to celebrate, connect, and champion women in the battery industry. Thank you to our keynote speaker Toni Presnell ( Gopher Resource ) and everyone who made this year's dinner another unforgettable success.
?? McQuilling talks energy storage 101
The WGBI Energy Storage 101 webinar was packed with incredible information! Thank you to everyone who joined us and to Consortium for Battery Innovation ’s Alyssa McQuilling for facilitating.
??? Upcoming Webinars
?? More Battery News
What’s Next?
? REGISTER! 2025 BCI Convention + Power Mart Expo
Registration is NOW OPEN for the BCI 2025 Convention + Power Mart Expo! Join us May 4-7, 2025 in San Antonio, Texas, as BCI launches into its next century of innovation and industry leadership.
What to expect:
?? Unparalleled networking with CEOs, policymakers, and innovators
?? Thought-provoking debates on the future of battery technology
?? Luxury experience at the JW 万豪酒店 San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa
Early registrants save 15% off regular pricing. Secure your spot today and join the leading minds in the battery industry for this can't-miss event. REGISTER TODAY!
?? Nominate someone for the BCI Distinguished Service Awards today!
The BCI Distinguished Service Award is the association's highest honor, recognizing individuals who have made a sustained, long-term, and meaningful contribution to the advancement of both BCI and the battery industry as a whole. Please submit your nomination by Dec. 15.
?? BCI Innovation Awards submissions are now open!
The BCI Innovation Award recognizes innovations within the battery industry that align with the guidelines of sustainability, safety, cost, performance, uniqueness and value. Submit your materials to BCI no later than Jan. 31.
?? BCI Amplify Awards submissions are open!
BCI's Amplify Awards recognize marketing teams that help elevate unique energy storage products and applications, and spotlight the core values of our industry. Submissions are welcome through Jan. 31 through this webform.
?? Present at BCI’s 2025 Battery Poster Research Showcase!
The third annual BCI Poster Research Showcase supports researchers in university, governmental and commercial settings in building awareness about the scientific opportunity and objectives of careers in battery technology. The deadline for submission is Jan. 24.
?? Stay Connected!
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