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Introduction
R&D

R&D

SK Innovation becomes a global R&D innovator through constant R&D

Field of research and key projects of the SK Innovation Institute of Environmental Science & Technology

Environment

CCUS* Water

Carbon Capture, Utilization, Storage

We are developing technologies for the environment, including reducing carbon dioxide, the cause of global warming, and purifying and reusing the wastewater from industrial processes.

Plastics & Solutions

Plastic Recycle Packaging Solutions Lightweight Material Solutions

We are contributing to revitalizing the plastic recycling ecosystem by developing high value-added chemical materials, such as high-functional packaging and lightweight materials, and advanced recycling technologies.

Petroleum/lubricating oil

Aromatic & olefin New catalyst and process

We independently developed new catalysts and processes, such as aromatic switching catalysts and the process, as well as the catalyst that can switch aromatic by-products to high-value xylene, contributing to the establishment of the nation's largest scale PX production.

Petroleum & Lubricants/Base Oil

Petroleum products Lubricants/Base oil products
Electric vehicle fluids (e-Fluids)

We develop petroleum products including gasoline, diesel, and asphalt, as well as lubricants and base oil. We are also dedicated to developing products that enhance fuel and power efficiency, including e-Fluids specifically designed for electric vehicles.

Intelligence and electronic materials

Lithium-ion Battery Separator

We were the first in Korea to independently develop lithium-ion battery separators. We are also developing separators for various IT devices as well as heat-resistant separators for electric vehicle batteries.

Field of research and key projects at the Battery Laboratory

As a global leading player, SK On has been continuously working on battery R&D to keep up with the increased demand for electronic vehicles and stay abreast of technological trends. We also have been developing high-efficiency, high-capacity lithium-ion batteries to minimize air pollution. Moreover, we are working on securing the quality of electric power and the safety of electrical grids, and developing new renewable energy-linked energy storage devices.

Safety

Fast-charging

Energy Density

SK On has been constantly investing in R&D to develop safe, fast, and durable batteries and has achieved much. Based on high energy density and safety technology, we are developing leading lithium-ion battery technologies as well as technologies for new businesses, such as BaaS (Battery as a Service). We are also developing next-generation batteries like lithium-metal-based all-solid batteries in order to support future growth and strengthen business competency.
With our safe technology, we will continue to make an effort towards leading the market and earning trust.

Automobile Batteries

Battery materials Battery cells/modules/packs/BMS

Based on high energy density and safety technology, we are developing leading HEV and EV automobile batteries. We are developing cells, modules, packs, and BMS to meet our clients’ detailed requirements for such criteria as battery life, output, fast-charging, and safety.

ESS Batteries

Battery cells/modules/
racks for ESS
Module/rack parts

We are developing products for various characteristics and uses, such as energy type, power type, industrial type, household type, EV charger type, etc.

All-solid Batteries

All-solid battery materials All-solid battery cells

We are developing all-solid battery type solid electrolytes, lithium metals and cells.