4 Partners
2025-2029
1.9M€
Why SOLID?
This project was initiated to strengthen regional sovereignty by establishing an independent value chain for All-Solid-State Batteries (ASSB) within North Rhine-Westphalia and the EU. By focusing on the transition to solid-state technology, the project aims to realize significant gains in energy density and ultra-fast charging capabilities while enhancing overall safety standards. Furthermore, the research addresses the need for sustainable material innovation, specifically focusing on the development of specialized, high-performance binders for sulfidic electrolytes to support a climate-neutral industrial framework.
ASSB technology represents the next major evolution in energy storage. However, moving from lab research to industrial-scale production requires a fundamental shift in manufacturing and materials. The SOLID project addresses this challenge by establishing a regional production ecosystem in North Rhine-Westphalia, ensuring Europe remains at the forefront of battery innovation.
Objectives
Strengthening Sovereignty: Reducing technological dependencies by localizing the production of critical battery components within Germany and the EU.
Process Innovation: Developing energy-efficient mini-environments specifically engineered for the sensitive production requirements of solid-state batteries.
Daikin’s Contribution
Material Innovation: Leading the material innovation effort by developing high-performance, specialized binders tailored for compatibility with sulfidic solid-state electrolytes.
Funded by
The SOLID research project is funded by the European Union and the state of North Rhine-Westphalia as part of the ERDF/JTF program: „Energie.IN.NRW – Innovative project ideas for the energy system of the future, a climate-neutral industry, and climate- and resource-friendly construction in North Rhine-Westphalia.“
