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September 14, 2026Funding
COnovate Wins $1.25M DOE Contract to Scale U.S. Graphite-Alternative Anode Production
Development contract advances domestic eCOphite™ anode production to improve battery performance and strengthen critical-material supply chains.
Read →June 17, 2026Company
COnovate Appoints Craig Rigby as Chief Executive Officer
COnovate today announces the appointment of battery technology veteran Craig Rigby as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. COnovate founder, Dr. Carol Hirschmugl, transitions.
Read →May 10, 2025Company
From Discovery to Disruption: How COnovate is Powering the Future with Sustainable Battery Materials
Milwaukee – Access to energy is a fundamental need. As the world electrifies, the way we deliver that energy is changing. Not only to meet demand, but to ensure sustainability.
Read →January 27, 2025Funding
COnovate Secures Successful Seed Round, to Accelerate Completion of Key Commercialization and Development Milestones
COnovate, Inc., a pioneering nanomaterials startup, is thrilled to announce the successful closure of its seed round with key support.
Read →January 24, 2025Events
COnovate to Attend Cleantech Forum North America, Showcasing Innovation in Energy Storage
COnovate, Inc., a pioneering nanomaterials startup, is excited to announce its participation in the upcoming Cleantech Forum North America in.
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In their own words
Eleven short interviews with the COnovate team.
Interviews with the COnovate team, on the material, the market and the supply chain.
Focus on anodes