IAG Warns of Safety Gap as Battery Device Use Soars

The full research findings are expected to be published in 2026.

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About the Research:

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The project is supported by a range of partners who are contributing insights and expertise. They include:

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QUT's Energy Storage Research Group (ESRG) is leading national research programs focused on battery technology, standards, safety, and commercial translation. ESRG is also managing the delivery of the research program with support from project partners.

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Standards Australia, an independent, non-governmental, not-for-profit organisation, leads the development and adoption of standards in Australia, working to align national standards with global practices.

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EV FireSafe, an Australian company funded by the Australian Department of Defence, specialises in EV battery fires and emergency responses. It has established the world's only verified database for EV fires, covering incidents in electric cars, buses, trucks, and specialist vehicles in sectors like aviation, mining, military, and airports.

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iMOVE is Australia's national centre for transport and mobility research and development. A not-for-profit organisation funded by the Federal Government's CRC Program and its project partners.

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iMOVE, Australia's national centre for transport and mobility R&D, is also a partner in the project. Managing Director Ian Christensen said the research will help balance sustainability and safety.

"Electrification is critical to cutting transport emissions," Mr Christensen said. "This work helps us understand and manage the unintended risks that come with more electric devices.

The full research findings are expected to be published in 2026.

About the Research:

The project is supported by a range of partners who are contributing insights and expertise. They include:

QUT's Energy Storage Research Group (ESRG) is leading national research programs focused on battery technology, standards, safety, and commercial translation. ESRG is also managing the delivery of the research program with support from project partners.

Standards Australia, an independent, non-governmental, not-for-profit organisation, leads the development and adoption of standards in Australia, working to align national standards with global practices.

EV FireSafe, an Australian company funded by the Australian Department of Defence, specialises in EV battery fires and emergency responses. It has established the world's only verified database for EV fires, covering incidents in electric cars, buses, trucks, and specialist vehicles in sectors like aviation, mining, military, and airports.

iMOVE is Australia's national centre for transport and mobility research and development. A not-for-profit organisation funded by the Federal Government's CRC Program and its project partners.

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