Our Vision

The Energy Metals Research Group (EMRG) envisions a future where transformative electrochemical and thermomechanical technologies power a cleaner, more prosperous world. Through innovation and leadership, we seek to accelerate sustainable manufacturing, minimize waste and energy consumption, and help shape a global society defined by: 

• • Open and inclusive international, inter-institutional, and interdisciplinary collaboration

  • A complete transition to clean, sustainable energy

  • Broad and enduring economic prosperity

  • A healthier, more resilient environment

  • A higher quality of life for communities worldwide

What We Do

EMRG conducts cutting-edge electrochemistry and energy research to advance the field of materials science and technology. A leader at the frontier of materials research, EMRG works to:

• • Improve materials properties;

  • Increase energy efficiency;

  • Integrate with modern grids using intermittent renewables to reduce costs and emissions;

  • Focus on projects with the potential to reduce, eliminate, and reverse 1 Gt/a or more carbon emissions;

  • Use process wastes to produce valuable materials; and

  • Proactively develop rapidly-scalable industrial applications with both startup and mature companies.

How We Work

INTEGRITY: We conduct ourselves with the utmost honesty and responsibility. We value transparency, safety, and the greater good in all we do.

PASSION: We are driven by our devotion to build a better world with urgency.

EXCELLENCE: We maintain high standards of diligence and creativity to produce top quality work.

INGENUITY: We are committed to innovative, entrepreneurial thinking that creates transformative solutions for an ever-changing world.

TEAMWORK: We embrace diversity through collaboration and sharing with open-minded respect for all others.