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University of Southampton's SoLead Energy Joins Net Zero Technology Centre's TechX Clean Energy Accelerator
The University of Southampton's SoLead Energy, a clean energy startup specialising in soluble lead flow batteries, has joined the Net Zero Technology Centre's TechX Clean Energy Accelerator. The 18-week programme aims to support innovative clean energy technologies, including energy storage solutions, to accelerate commercialisation and scale-up.
SoLead Energy, co-founded by Dr Ewan Fraser, Professor Richard Wills, and Professor Andy Cruden, has developed a novel, grid-scale soluble lead flow battery. The battery has received over £2m in grant funding and is fully circular, sourcing materials from existing lead-acid recycling processes and returning them at end of life.
Dr Fraser expressed enthusiasm about TechX's focus on clean energy and the program's potential to accelerate the progress of SoLead Energy. "We're excited to join the TechX Clean Energy Accelerator and leverage their connections, coaching, and industry showcase to further our mission of providing a sustainable, lower-cost energy storage solution," he said.
Dr Alice Iles, Head of Tech Acceleration and Cohort Lead, expressed satisfaction about SoLead Energy's success in securing funding and joining a top accelerator program. "We're thrilled to have SoLead Energy as part of our cohort," she said. "Their soluble lead flow battery has the potential to advance energy storage technology, enhance grid-scale storage options, and accelerate commercialisation and deployment."
SoLead Energy invites investors with an interest in clean energy to get in touch with them via their website. The startup has a host of opportunities for their battery across the world, with potential sites lined up, and they are actively seeking more opportunities.
The TechX Clean Energy Accelerator offers each of its 12 innovative clean energy start-ups £50k funding, tools, resources, and training. Interested parties can book an informal call or meeting with the University of Southampton's team by clicking here.
So far, the search results do not provide specific information on the progress or potential impact of SoLead Energy’s soluble lead flow battery in the Net Zero Technology Centre TechX Clean Energy Accelerator. For up-to-date insights, checking SoLead Energy’s official communications or the Net Zero Technology Centre’s announcements would be necessary.
Dr Iles also acknowledged the success of previous startups from TechX Cohort 24 and encouraged current startups towards Demo Day in June. "We're looking forward to seeing the progress SoLead Energy and the other startups in our cohort make over the next few months," she said. "We believe TechX is a great platform for them to showcase their innovations and take the next steps towards commercialisation."
- SoLead Energy, currently in the Net Zero Technology Centre's TechX Clean Energy Accelerator, invites technology-focused investors to explore potential investment opportunities in their sustainable grid-scale soluble lead flow battery.
- As part of the 18-week TechX programme, SoLead Energy will receive £50k funding, alongside various tools, resources, and training to accelerate their clean energy startup's commercialization.
- The TechX Clean Energy Accelerator's latest cohort includes SoLead Energy, a startup that has already received over £2m in grant funding, working on technology aimed at revolutionizing energy storage solutions.
- Dr Alice Iles, Head of Tech Acceleration and Cohort Lead, believes that TechX offers a supportive environment for startups to further their mission and make significant advancements in technology, as showcased by SoLead Energy's progress.
