Research & innovation
Good ideas shouldn't depend on who you know
We believe the advancement of technologies that safeguard the planet and enhance quality of life should thrive through collaboration. Our research and development work builds strategic channels between independent laboratories, world-leading universities, startups and commercial partners — protecting innovation while making sure it travels.
The model
How we collaborate
Research feeds delivery. The technologies in our technology pathway and the projects we deliver on the ground are shaped by what our research network learns — and field results flow back the other way, giving researchers evidence from real deployments.
The Aftrak project is the model working end-to-end: born at Loughborough University, proven in Malawi, now scaling through our network.
Our R&D activity is coordinated from Lincoln, with administration in London, and connects visionary minds and groundbreaking research across our international network.
Flagship research
The future of EV charging
Electric mobility only delivers its promise if charging becomes radically more accessible — including in places where grid capacity is scarce. Our EV charging research explores what we think the future of charging looks like, from renewable generation to storage-backed infrastructure.
Researchers & founders
Working on something the planet needs?
Universities, labs, startups and entrepreneurs — if your research belongs in the field, our network can help it get there.