JT Solar Technology partners with University of New South Wales to launch Joint Battery Testing Laboratory
Type: Partnership · Technology: Storage · Country: Australia · Announced: 2026-08-02
JT Solar Technology and the University of New South Wales signed a partnership to create the Joint Battery Testing Laboratory in Homebush, Sydney. The lab will evaluate battery performance over service life under Australian conditions, supporting the home battery market that has risen from 1.4 GW to 7.8 GW in the past year. It will conduct long‑term testing of charge cycles, temperature effects, and compliance with Australian standards, delivering data for industry professionals and consumers. By linking academic research with industry implementation, the partnership aims to boost confidence in battery technologies and accelerate reliable energy storage adoption across Australia. No financial terms were disclosed, and the announcement was made on 2 August 2026.
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