2026 Battery Safety Symposium

As part of Battery Week, New Energy New York and Thomas J. Watson College of Engineering and Applied Science are hosting the third Battery Safety Symposium. Dive into the latest battery safety standards, cutting-edge technology, and collaborative solutions. The program is designed for researchers and professionals in transportation, facility management, and utilities. After the symposium, enjoy lunch followed by an industry panel discussion with Q&A on battery safety in practice in New York State. Date: Thursday, November 5, 2026 Time: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Location: Symposium Hall, Center of Excellence, Binghamton University, Vestal, NY Prof. M. Stanley Whittingham, 2019 Nobel Laureate in Chemistry, will give the opening talk. This year's speakers come from DNV, UL Research Institutes, ESRG, NAATBatt, LiiON, NYSEG/Avangrid, NYPA, the RIT Battery Development Center, Oncore Origination, and Electrovaya. The program includes presentations and a panel discussion on the latest battery safety standards, technology, and field experience, with plenty of time to connect with peers. Thanks to New Energy New York, there is no registration fee, and breakfast and lunch are provided. Please register by Monday, November 2: https://www.bconnectalumni.binghamton.edu/battery Registered guests may park in Parking Lot J (and only Lot J in yellow) at no charge: The event flyer is attached. Please feel free to share it with colleagues who may be interested.