Prague, June 5, 2026
Partners of the SUNFLOWERS project gathered for the second project meeting, held on 4. – 5. June 2026 at the Institute of Plasma Physics of the Czech Academy of Sciences in Prague. The meeting brought together representatives of research organizations, universities, and industrial partners to review the progress achieved so far and coordinate future activities aimed at developing the next generation of battery technologies.
During the two-day programme, the partners discussed the results of the individual work packages, which cover the entire battery development value chain – from cathode and anode materials, electrolytes, and membranes, through self-healing binders and process upscaling, to cell design, prototyping, sustainability, and recycling.
The meeting also addressed project management, financial management, audit requirements, communication of project results, and stakeholder engagement. Partners focused on planning upcoming milestones, deliverable schedules, and strengthening cooperation among the participating research teams.
“Regular partner meetings are essential for the effective coordination of research activities and the successful achievement of project objectives. SUNFLOWERS brings together experts from various disciplines to deliver innovative solutions for the future of battery systems and energy storage technologies,” said project coordinator Andrea Straková Fedorková.
The SUNFLOWERS project contributes to cutting-edge research in battery technologies and supports the development of international partnerships that are essential for strengthening the competitiveness of Slovakia and Europe in the strategic field of energy storage.
Within the SUNFLOWERS project, the Slovak Battery Alliance (SBaA) is responsible for communication and educational activities aimed at both professional audiences and the general public.
The SUNFLOWERS project (09I02-03-V01-00022) is co-funded by the Recovery and Resilience Plan of the Slovak Republic through the Research and Innovation Authority (VAIA).