In this episode, our guest is Dr. Yanxi Yu, a PhD graduate from University of Sydney, whose pioneering research focuses on green lithium extraction from seawater and brine using electrochemical methods. With a background in environmental and chemical engineering, Yanxi explains the environmental benefits and technical challenges of sustainable lithium extraction, offering insight into the future of battery technology, including zinc-ion batteries. She also shares thoughts on Australia's evolving EV market, the role of AI in research, and the broader global landscape of energy innovation. This conversation shines a light on how science, policy, and market readiness are shaping the energy transition.

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