NOVONIX is proud to share that Harrison Kreafle, Director of Anode Technology, has been nominated to the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Technical Committee (TC) 345 for Materials for Specialty Technologies, serving as an expert to TC 345 Working Group (WG) 1, Test Methods for Graphite Material.
His work will help shape global standards for graphite testing, ensuring consistency and advancing innovation in this critical material. This appointment highlights NOVONIX’s commitment to advancing high-quality, transparent, and reliable standards for graphite, a material that is essential to nearly every lithium-ion battery produced today.
Why Standardizing Graphite Matters
Graphite powers the batteries that enable some of the world’s most critical industries, including defense and aerospace, telecommunications, medical devices, and advanced manufacturing. Synthetic graphite is the preferred choice, offering superior cycle life and charge rate performance.
By contributing to ISO TC 345, Harrison will help develop international testing frameworks that support consistency across global supply chains. These standards improve material quality, increase transparency, and help accelerate innovation across the battery industry.
“Standardization is key to unlocking the full potential of graphite in advanced technologies. I am honored to contribute to this global effort and to represent both NOVONIX and the United States,” says Kreafle.
NOVONIX’s Leadership in Domestic Graphite Production
As the most advanced producer of synthetic graphite in North America, NOVONIX is working to build a resilient, domestic supply chain that reduces dependence on foreign materials and supports the growth of the U.S. energy storage and electrification economy.
The company’s Riverside facility is expected to become the first large-scale synthetic graphite production site in North America, with a planned capacity of 20,000 tonnes per year. This output is fully allocated under long-term agreements with Panasonic Energy and PowerCo. Using petroleum coke from U.S. oil refining as feedstock, we help reduce waste and establish a stable, domestic raw material supply. And because our process requires no mining, we offer a cleaner, more secure alternative to graphite.
A Strategic Step Forward
Harrison’s nomination reinforces NOVONIX’s role as a technical leader in the development of advanced battery materials. His participation helps ensure that U.S. expertise remains at the forefront of global standardization efforts.
“It is a privilege to work alongside experts from around the world who share a commitment to improving the way we evaluate and understand graphite. These standards will play an important role in supporting the growth of a reliable and secure battery materials supply chain,” Kreafle comments.
Harrison’s involvement in TC 345 demonstrates NOVONIX’s focus on advancing the battery industry and supporting national priorities. Clear and consistent graphite standards help secure a reliable domestic supply, reduce supply chain risks, and foster long-term innovation in North America.
