CalCharge is a transformative public-private consortium accelerating innovation in battery and energy storage technology. It serves as a hub for collaboration among startups, established companies, research institutions, and government entities, leveraging California’s leadership in clean energy. Through partnerships with national laboratories like Lawrence Berkeley, SLAC, and Lawrence Livermore, members gain streamlined access to world-class scientists and facilities. CalCharge facilitates the development, commercialization, and adoption of next-generation energy storage solutions, essential for clean energy transition in sectors such as transportation, power grids, and consumer electronics. Its innovative model includes Cooperative Research and Development Agreements (CRADAs), simplifying industry-lab collaborations.
With a growing roster of members—from startups to giants like Toyota and Bosch—CalCharge plays a pivotal role in fostering economic growth and environmental sustainability by enhancing energy storage performance, affordability, and reliability.
