Liquefied Gas Electrolytes to Power Zero-Emission Vehicles

The project aims to develop and integrate a liquefied gas injection system capable of producing at least two lithium-ion battery cells per minute, equivalent to approximately 11 megawatt-hours of energy output annually, using a proprietary non-hazardous LiGas® electrolyte. This innovation is designed to enhance the safety, performance, and cost-efficiency of batteries for zero-emission vehicles by replacing traditional volatile electrolytes with a safer, scalable alternative. The system will be implemented at a manufacturing facility in San Diego, California, with the goal of strengthening the domestic supply chain for advanced battery materials and reducing reliance on imported components. The initiative is expected to drive the creation of clean energy jobs related to both LiGas electrolyte production and next-generation cell manufacturing, contributing to broader state and national goals for decarbonization and energy independence. The California Energy Commission is overseeing the effort, with primary point of contact Taiying Zhang, an Air Pollution Specialist, available for inquiries through official channels. Although no formal solicitation number is provided, the project has been publicly forecasted with a posted date of September 10, 2025, and associated with a California-based regulatory portal for transparency and public record.