Set against the scenic backdrop of Bath’s academic and architectural heritage, the ENERGETIC consortium convened its latest General Assembly on 12–13 June 2025. This two-day hybrid meeting, hosted by the University of Bath and IAAPS Ltd in Bristol, brought together project partners to take stock of progress and chart the course ahead for this ambitious Horizon Europe initiative.
From digital twin-based battery management systems to second-life assessments, the agenda reflected the project’s integrated approach to transforming the battery value chain in Europe.
Collaborative momentum at the University of Bath
The meeting opened on 12 June in the School of Management Building, with partners welcomed by Chris Vagg from the University of Bath, and co-chair Tedjani Mesbahi as the project’s coordinator. Following a brief administrative session to approve the quorum and previous meeting minutes, the focus shifted to technical deep-dives across several work packages.
A key part of the first day was the comprehensive review of technical progress:
- WP1 (Sensors and Data Collection) examined the integration status of sensor technologies for capturing real-time battery performance metrics.
- WP2 (Multiphysics Modelling) presented the current modelling capabilities that simulate electrochemical, thermal, and mechanical dynamics.
- WP3 (Data Models for Li-ion Batteries) reported on data harmonisation progress and predictive modelling efforts.
- WP4 (Digital Twin-Based BMS with Hybrid AI) explored how hybrid AI algorithms are enabling enhanced state-of-health predictions and adaptive control.
- WP5 (Battery Cloud Predictive Maintenance) showcased early insights from the cloud platform under development to support predictive diagnostics and service planning.
The working day concluded with a plenary Q&A and informal networking, followed by dinner at The Architect restaurant in Bath, providing valuable space for informal exchange and team-building.
Second day: Towards integration and exploitation
On Friday 13 June, participants gathered early to travel together to IAAPS Ltd in Bristol. The morning session began with presentations from the remaining work packages, each highlighting developments across the second half of the project’s technical and horizontal activities:
- WP6 (Battery First and Second Life Assessment) updated the consortium on the testing and evaluation framework for reuse, repurposing, and recycling strategies.
- WP7 (Communication, Dissemination and Exploitation) provided a performance update on stakeholder engagement activities and forthcoming exploitation plans.
- WP8 (Project Management and Coordination) presented a summary of risk monitoring, deliverables tracking, and compliance with CINEA obligations.
A significant part of the second day was dedicated to three interactive roundtables designed to strengthen cross-WP alignment and explore potential synergies:
- Modelling Data & Test Harmonisation, led by THIL, focused on ensuring compatibility and consistency across modelling environments.
- Electronic Interfaces, chaired by Coventry University, addressed challenges related to standardisation and modular integration.
- Cloud Functions & Safety, facilitated by Capgemini, examined functional safety frameworks for cloud-connected battery systems.
These exchanges helped deepen collaboration across the project’s diverse expertise—from academic modelling specialists to industrial interface developers—supporting ENERGETIC’s holistic vision for digital battery innovation.
A shared vision for impact
The General Assembly closed with a summary of action points, upcoming deliverables, and a collective reaffirmation of the project’s core mission: accelerating the European battery sector’s transition through data-driven, interoperable, and sustainable solutions.
The gathering ended with a guided tour of the IAAPS facilities, offering attendees a closer look at cutting-edge automotive and energy research infrastructure. For those returning to Bath, the journey was as much a moment of reflection as it was of recommitment to the project’s ambitious goals.
As ENERGETIC moves toward the final implementation phases, this meeting served as both a technical milestone and a vital space for community building. It reinforced the importance of a connected, transparent, and impact-driven approach, one that aligns with European Green Deal objectives and the needs of industry, policy, and society alike.
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