Our CEO, Bernard Tourillon, recently sat down with AGORACOM to discuss two significant milestones for HPQ and our France-based partner, Novacium SAS. The conversation covered both our latest GEN3 silicon-anode battery breakthroughs and HPQ’s decision to increase its equity stake in Novacium from 20% to 28.4%.
In the interview, Bernard highlights the exceptional performance of Novacium’s GEN3 silicon-anode batteries, which maintained over 80% of their capacity after 900 cycles—a major improvement over traditional graphite-based batteries. This performance includes a 31% cumulative energy gain over graphite anodes and seamless integration into existing battery manufacturing processes, signaling a promising path forward for next-generation lithium-ion batteries in consumer electronics, energy storage, and electric vehicles.
Bernard also elaborates on HPQ’s decision to increase its stake in Novacium. This move reflects our confidence in Novacium’s strong project outcomes across multiple sectors—not just in battery technology, but also in autonomous hydrogen production (METAGEN™) and waste-to-energy solutions. The larger-than-expected market opportunities and faster paths to commercialization made this a strategic investment, reinforcing HPQ’s commitment to bringing innovative, sustainable technologies to market.
By watching the interview, you’ll gain:
⚡ A breakdown of how GEN3 silicon-anode batteries outperform current commercial technologies in capacity, energy efficiency, and longevity.
⚡ Insights into HPQ’s strategic decision to increase its stake in Novacium and how this supports commercialization goals across battery technology, hydrogen production, and waste-to-energy markets.
⚡ A look at the growing market opportunities for silicon-based anode materials, projected to be worth between US$22 billion and US$33 billion by 2030, and how HPQ-Novacium is positioning to meet this demand.
Watch the full interview:
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If this interview piqued your interest and you want to dive deeper into the work we’re doing, make sure to read the related press releases here and here.
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HPQ Silicon is a Quebec-based TSX Venture Exchange Tier 1 Industrial Issuer. With the support of world-class technology partners PyroGenesis Canada and NOVACIUM SAS, the company is developing new green processes crucial to make the critical materials needed to reach net zero emissions.
