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NanoMalaysia Energy Storage Technology Initiative (NESTI)
NanoMalaysia Energy Storage Technology Initiative (NESTI)
The NanoMalaysia Energy Storage Technology Initiative (NESTI) is a national program focused on the development, commercialisation, and sustainability of advanced energy storage technologies.
Key Focus Areas
- Core Component Development: Enhancing electrodes, electrolytes, and structural designs to improve performance and efficiency.
- New Battery Chemistries: Exploring alternative raw materials and nanomaterials for sustainable, cost-effective solutions.
- Recycling & Urban Mining: Promoting a circular economy through innovative battery recycling and material recovery techniques.
- Commercialisation Hub: A one-stop centre supporting technology transfer from research to market deployment.
Who is involved in the NESTI programme?
NESTI will adopt the Quintuple Helix model to ensure broad collaboration across key sectors, including:
- Government agencies (e.g., NanoMalaysia, National Nanotechnology Centre, MGTC, MARii)
- Funding bodies (e.g., CRADLE, MTC, MAVCAP, MDV, MIDA)
- Research institutions (e.g., MIMOS, UKM, UM, UTHM, UMP)
- Industry players (start-ups and SMEs)
- End-users (e.g., Malaysian EV Owners Club – MyEVOC)
NESTI: Key focus technolgies
Energy Storage System (ESS)
The following nano-based technologies are being intergrated and commercialised
Energy Storage EcoSystem
To complement the ESS ecosystem, Malaysia should start to take steps to established the
Energy Storage Application
Energy storage can assist in balancing the supply and demand of electricity such as
Energy Storage Recycling
Each energy storage system has different recycling way, such as
Energy Storage System (ESS)
The following nano-based technologies are being intergrated and commercialised
Energy Storage EcoSystem
To complement the ESS ecosystem, Malaysia should start to take steps to established the
Energy Storage Application
Energy storage can assist in balancing the supply and demand of electricity such as
Energy Storage Recycling
Each energy storage system has different recycling way, such as
NESTI: Circular Battery for Sustainable Energy
NESTI: Circular Battery for Sustainable Energy
Hydrogen-Electric Vehicle-Battery Centre (HEBATT)
HEBATT Centre: Advancing Graphene-Based Battery Technology
The HEBATT Centre, under NanoMalaysia’s NESTI program, focuses on the development and commercialisation of graphene-based composite batteries, particularly high-capacity, fast-charging lithium-ion pouch cells.
Key Highlights:
- Specialises in lightweight pouch cell batteries with high power and energy density.
- Supports local battery production for electric vehicles (EVs) and stationary power generation.
- Reduces reliance on imports and aligns with the National Green Economy agenda.
- Drives industry growth, job creation, and the adoption of sustainable energy practices.
HEBATT Centre – Malaysia’s Energy Storage CoE
Aluminium Pouch Cell Battery Project
The HEBATT Centre, under NanoMalaysia’s NESTI program, is advancing energy storage with its innovative Aluminium Ion Battery (AIB) project — a sustainable alternative to conventional lithium-ion technology.
Project Focus:
- Electrolytes: Develop and scale up optimal ionic liquid-based formulations
- Electrodes: Innovate graphene-based cathodes for enhanced performance and cycle life
- Fabrication: Produce AIB pouch cells targeting 1.8V, 0.1Ah, with low resistance and long lifespan
Key Features:
- Utilises water-based binders for eco-friendly production
- Enhances battery safety protocols for AIB systems
- Supports local production and cost-effective scaling of components
The Aluminium Pouch Cell Battery Pack
HEBATT
HEBATT (Hydrogen – Electric Vehicle – Battery) Centre was launched by YB Dato’ Sri Dr. Adham bin Baba, former Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation in 2021
Primary Focus:
- Create and nurture a local ecosystem for battery production and local expertise to drive the National Green Economy agenda.
- As a Centre of Excellence for local battery research and fabrication.
- Research into production of graphene-based composite lithium-ion battery that will have ultra-large capacity and quick charge and discharge capacity.
- Produce pouch cell battery as an alternative to cylindrical batteries, which is lighter and can store high power and energy density
A Strategic collabration between
HEBATT Centre – Gigafactory Malaysia’s potential
Graphene-Based Li-ion Pouch Cell Developed at HEBATT
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