This project develops biomass derived carbon materials for use as electrodes in next generation rechargeable batteries.
The main objective is to understand how the features of renewable precursors shape the resulting carbon materials, and to use that understanding to design sustainable anodes with improved performance. The work supports the energy transition and the circular bioeconomy by valorising underused biomass and forestry side streams. Methods combine controlled thermal processing with structural characterisation and electrochemical testing, generating data that links precursor features to final material performance.
