Jorge Acosta

I am a Senior Technologist and technical leader in R&D, specializing in battery active materials and the industrialization of the lithium value chain. Since 2014, I have been part of YPF Tecnología (Y-TEC), where I lead developments in the synthesis, scaling, and performance evaluation of lithium-ion battery materials, as well as the operation of laboratories and pilot plants for manufacturing pouch‑type prototype cells. My experience spans materials science, chemical process engineering, applied electrochemistry, and technology transfer. I have worked extensively on LFP cathodes, silicon‑based anodes, electrolyte formulation (LIB, Li–S, high‑voltage cathodes), and advanced characterization techniques including XRD, XPS, SEM/FIB‑SEM, TEM/STEM, ICP‑OES, TGA, CV, and EIS. I participate in national and international strategic projects and serve as a member of the expert committee ISO/TC 333 – Lithium, contributing to standardization efforts for the global lithium industry. My focus is on developing scalable, efficient, and industry‑ready solutions that strengthen the technological development of the energy storage sector. As a Market Intelligence specialist focused on the Energy Transition, I leverage BNEF to analyze data, track pricing, and deliver high-impact reporting on critical materials, stationary storage, and electric vehicles to support strategic decisions. Current Interests: - Next‑generation materials for energy storage - High‑performance electrode technologies with reduced reliance on critical metals - Industrial standards and best practices across the lithium value chain - Technology transfer and development of regional industrial capabilities - Electric mobility, stationary storage systems, and gigafactory processes