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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.

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Daikin Industries is a large global company with over $10B in sales generated from four main operating divisions.  The Chemicals Division is approximately $1B in sales and is a world leading manufacturer of fluoropolymers, fluoroelastomers, and fluorochemical products.  Daikin produces a wide range of fluoropolymers products (PTFE, PFA, FEP, ETFE, EFEP, CTFE, and CPT).  These products are used in a wide variety of high-performance demanding applications including fluorinated ethylene carbonate, fluoro-ether, and other fluorinated solvents and additives used in lithium ion batteries.  Daikin also produces fluorinated cathode and anode binders for use in high-temperature, high energy density lithium ion battery applications.  Other Daikin products are also used in demanding aerospace, electronic, medical, and automotive applications.  Daikin’s fluoropolymer and fluorochemical products are known globally as technologically advanced and typically are the key enabling components in their field of use.

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About Nissan Americas
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/.

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Johnson Controls Power Solutions is the global leader in lead-acid automotive batteries and advanced batteries for Start-Stop, hybrid and electric vehicles.  Our 50 manufacturing, recycling and distribution centers supply more than one third of the world’s lead-acid batteries to major automakers and aftermarket retailers.  Through our innovations we are building the advanced battery industry for hybrid and electric vehicles.  We were the first company in the world to produce lithium-ion batteries for mass-production hybrid vehicles.  Our commitment to sustainability is evidenced by our world-class technology, manufacturing and recycling capabilities.

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Hydro-Québec generates, transmits and distributes electricity, mainly using renewable energy sources, in particular hydroelectricity. It is one of the biggest electric utilities in North America.  Technological innovation is an integral part of Hydro-Québec’s core strategic orientations.  For four decades, the Institut de recherche d’Hydro-Québec (IREQ) has put its expertise and energy into supporting Hydro-Québec, helping the company improve the performance of its operations, develop areas of growth and better serve its customers.  Researchers at IREQ are contributing to the development of all-electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. They are conducting extensive work on advanced materials, particularly molten salts, lithium iron phosphate and nanotitanates. Their contribution is helping to develop safe, high-performance lithium-ion batteries that can be charged more quickly and a greater number of times. The future success of plug-in vehicles largely depends on the battery. Innovation efforts cover both high-power batteries and high-energy batteries.  Hydro-Québec patents the advanced materials it develops and then grants licenses to suppliers of battery manufacturers for future use in the area of electric ground transportation.  To date, Hydro-Québec holds 15 licenses and 100 patents which resulted from IREQ’s work on battery materials.