Gold Level Sponsor

In the U.S., Canada and Mexico, the Bosch Group manufactures and markets automotive original equipment and aftermarket products, industrial drives and control technology, power tools, security and communication systems, packaging technology, thermo-technology, household appliances, solar energy, healthcare telemedicine and software solutions. Having established a regional presence in 1906, Bosch employs over 23,000 associates in more than 100 locations, with sales of $9.8 billion in fiscal year 2011. For more information, visit www.boschusa.com.

The Bosch Group is a leading global supplier of technology and services. In the areas of automotive and industrial technology, consumer goods, and building technology, more than 300,000 associates generated sales of 51.5 billion euros in fiscal 2011. The Bosch Group comprises Robert Bosch GmbH and its roughly 350 subsidiaries and regional companies in some 60 countries. If its sales and service partners are included, then Bosch is represented in roughly 150 countries. This worldwide development, manufacturing, and sales network is the foundation for further growth. Bosch spent some 4.2 billion euros for research and development in 2011, and applied for over 4,100 patents worldwide. With all its products and services, Bosch enhances the quality of life by providing solutions which are both innovative and beneficial. Further information is available online at www.bosch.com and www.bosch-press.com.

With locations in Palo Alto, Calif., Pittsburgh, Pa. and Cambridge, Mass., Bosch Research and Technology Center (RTC) in North America covers a wide spectrum of research topics ranging from user interaction, software, advanced circuits and wireless systems to energy technologies, and maintains strong relationships with leading U.S. universities.

Silver Level Sponsor

Arbin Instruments has over 20 years of experience as a manufacturer of multi-channeled potentiostat/galvanostat testing systems for most all energy storage device applications, including materials research, batteries, capacitors, flow batteries, and fuel cells. Arbin Instruments covers applications ranging for nano-amp level electrochemistry to thousands of amps for electric vehicle or flow battery applications. Arbin literally grew out of a garage into today’s multi-million dollar global corporation with a 65,000 sqft manufacturing facility in the heart of Texas because of the advanced product features it has always offered and often pioneered, the people of Arbin and the service they provide, as well as the lofty goals established by management that place a strong emphasis on research and development. This balance of strength and experience combined with the flexibility to always take on new challenges and custom projects is what sets Arbin apart from competitors and forces our continued growth and improvement.

Silver Level Sponsor

In the Americas, Nissan’s operations include automotive styling, engineering, consumer and corporate financing, sales and marketing, distribution and manufacturing. Nissan is dedicated to improving the environment under the Nissan Green Program and was recognized as an ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in 2010 and 2011. More information on Nissan in North America, the Nissan LEAF and zero emissions can be found at www.nissanusa.com.

About Nissan
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., Japan’s second largest Japanese automotive company by volume, is headquartered in Yokohama, Japan and is an integral pillar of the Renault-Nissan Alliance. Operating with more than 150,000 employees globally, Nissan provided customers with more than 4 million vehicles in 2010. With a strong commitment to developing exciting and innovative products for all, Nissan delivers a comprehensive range of fuel-efficient and low-emissions vehicles under the Nissan and Infiniti brands. A pioneer in zero emission mobility, Nissan made history with the introduction of the Nissan LEAF, the first affordable, mass-market, pure-electric vehicle and winner of numerous international accolades including the prestigious 2011 European Car of the Year award.

For more information on our products, services and commitment to Sustainable Mobility, visit our website at http://www.nissan-global.com/EN/.

Bronze Level Sponsor

FMC Lithium, a division of FMC Corporation, a $3.3 billion chemical company, is an integrated lithium supplier with an extensive product and technology offering to the battery industry. With respect to raw materials, we have the longest history in supplying into the lithium-ion battery industry. We supply various grades of lithium carbonate, hydroxide and various forms of metal for our customers’ needs. In addition, FMC Lithium is the only lithium supplier who has developed cathode technologies and still licenses that technology. FMC Lithium’s deep understanding of both the cathode and anode technologies allows us to offer better products and services to cathode makers as well as the lithium-ion battery industry. Finally, FMC Lithium, a leading innovator, is offering a new Stabilized Lithium Metal Powder (SLMP®). This new product is potentially a game changer that breaks the limit on the current lithium-ion battery design by providing an independent source of lithium. It allows more choices of active materials for higher energy, lower cost and better safety. FMC Lithium continues to invest in developing cutting edge new battery materials and technologies.