In the face of increasingly urgent global climate challenges, accelerating the transition to a net-zero society has become a global consensus. However, conventional liquid lithium batteries — a critical component of the new energy industry — are approaching their physical performance limits. Plagued by energy density bottlenecks, thermal runaway safety hazards, and low-temperature degradation, conventional liquid lithium batteries are struggling to support the explosive growth of advanced applications such as electric vehicles, the low-altitude economy, and embodied intelligence.
Solid-state batteries (SSBs), with their superior safety and outstanding overall performance, are emerging as the key to breaking this impasse. This technology can reduce carbon emissions throughout its life cycle while helping make electric vehicles more affordable to own and operate. As a highly reliable new energy storage technology, they are accelerating the deep replacement of fossil fuels by renewable energy, offering robust technical support for building a clean and low-carbon energy system.
Having dedicated over a decade to research in this field, Dr. Xiang Gao founded Talent New Energy (hereinafter referred to as TNE) in China in 2018, determined to reshape the new energy power landscape and accelerate the widespread adoption of clean energy. They took part in the China Greentech IP Management Clinic, helping them to better manage their IP portfolio.
Facilitating the commercialization of solid-state batteries
Dr. Xiang Gao previously conducted in-depth research at institutions such as the Japan Fine Ceramics Center and Oak Ridge National Laboratory in the United States and participated in Toyota's early all-solid-state battery (ASSB) projects. With over a decade of experience spanning top-tier research institutions and the industrial front lines across China, Japan, and the United States, he has gained profound insight into a common pain point: SSBs deliver outstanding performance yet have struggled to move beyond the laboratory.
Having personally experienced the journey from technology R&D to the barriers of industrialization, Dr. Xiang Gao was driven to found TNE. TNE is dedicated to transforming this new technology into green energy for a wide range of scenarios, making it truly affordable;
One of the biggest challenges in solid-state batteries is getting the battery’s solid materials to transfer energy smoothly between each other. When that process is inefficient, batteries can perform poorly and become difficult to manufacture at scale.
Committed to facilitating the use of this technology, TNE has set out on a path of independent innovation and industrialization.
Next-gen battery technology for better energy efficiency
Rather than focusing on a single component, TNE developed technologies covering the entire process of designing and manufacturing solid-state batteries. Protected by patents, these innovations helped overcome technical barriers that had prevented the widespread adoption of solid-state batteries. As a result, TNE was able to develop batteries that are safer than conventional lithium-ion batteries and capable of storing more energy. In 2024, the company introduced its first all-solid-state lithium-metal battery, representing a significant milestone in its commercialization efforts. That same year, the company and Changan Automobile jointly unveiled a new SSB technology designed to improve battery performance and simplify battery design.
In response to growing demand for cleaner energy technologies, TNE adopted a two-track strategy that balanced short-term market needs with long-term innovation. The company first focused on commercializing SSB batteries to improve the safety and driving range of existing lithium batteries, while continuing to invest in the development of next-generation ASSB technologies.
Solid-state EV batteries set to revolutionize the automotive industry
TNE has now established R&D centers and industrialization bases in Beijing, Chongqing, Anhui, and Hubei. Its SSB series has already been deployed in a diverse range of applications, including electric vehicles, electric motorcycles, drones, robotics, and energy storage — turning cutting-edge technology into a cornerstone force supporting global sustainable development.
In March 2026, TNE and Yadea Group, the world’s top-selling electric two-wheeler brand, jointly launched a high-end electric motorcycle (the first two-wheeled vehicle equipped with a mass-produced semi-solid battery), marking the scaled application of the technology in the two-wheeler segment.
Building a global IP strategy with the IP Management Clinic’s help
In 2024, TNE was selected to join in the China Greentech IP Management Clinic (IPMC) and participated in the systematic training courses and a 4-month one-on-one tutoring module. Since joining the project, TNE has gained strong professional support from the expert team and accelerated its intellectual property development, turning its technological advantages into solid IP barriers. After joining the IPMC, TNE filed 518 new patent applications, a year-on-year increase of 47.4%. Forming a comprehensive IP layout for SSB materials, production processes and core technologies, and consolidating legal and competitive strengths for its business expansion.
Under the guidance from IPMC, TNE has fully upgraded its internal IP management system. We have sorted and classified technical secrets, signed non-disclosure agreements with relevant staff, formulated disclosure rules and organized internal training, and established a rigorous tiered management system for technical secrets. Meanwhile, the company has optimized IP management regulations, set up dedicated management roles, and built a full-process IP risk control system. IP work has been included in performance appraisal to realize standardized daily operation.
Up to now, TNE has filed over 800 patent applications worldwide, including nearly 20 international patent applications with the PCT System. Inspired by the IPMC, TNE also carried out international trademark applications. Now overseas FTO and IP compliance reviews have already been integrated into TNE’s IP management system. In 2023, TNE’s technology was collected by the WIPO GREEN Technology Book, which was released at the UN Climate Change Conference (COP28).
Popularizing the use of SSB batteries to empower global carbon neutrality
Powered by its technological innovation and IP advantages, TNE has rapidly grown into a representative player in the global SSB field. Moving forward, the company will continue to deepen its research, accelerate its large-scale commercialization, and advance the demonstration application.
Leveraging international platforms such as WIPO, TNE will continuously strengthen its global IP presence, promote the globalization of China’s next-generation batteries, and reshape the global power battery industry landscape.
Amid the global wave toward carbon neutrality, TNE will continue to fulfill its mission as “The Popularizer of Solid-State Batteries,” contributing core strength to the high-quality development of the world’s new energy industry and the improvement of the global ecological environment.
