ZincFive®, a leader in nickel-zinc (NiZn) battery technology, has added another prestigious award to its growing list of honors. The company was recently awarded the “Most Disruptive Award” at the 2025 Oregon Technology Awards, hosted by the Technology Association of Oregon (TAO). Now in its 41st year, the Oregon Technology Awards celebrate outstanding innovation and excellence across the state’s vibrant tech community.
The “Most Disruptive Award” is presented to companies that are reshaping their industries through transformative innovation. ZincFive’s patented nickel-zinc (NiZn) technology stands at the forefront of this disruption. Offering a safer, more sustainable alternative to traditional lead-acid and lithium-ion batteries, ZincFive’s solutions deliver high power density without the risks of thermal runaway at the cell level. These advancements are already making a significant impact in mission-critical sectors such as data centers, transportation, and industrial applications.
“We are honored to be recognized by TAO for our relentless pursuit of redefining immediate power solutions,” said Tim Hysell, CEO and Co-Founder of ZincFive. “This award is a testament to the passion that fuels our innovation and the purpose that drives us, to deliver safe, high-performance energy storage solutions that are better for people and the planet.”
The recognition by TAO further cements ZincFive’s reputation as a disruptive force in the energy storage industry. The company has also been honored by TIME’s 2025 World’s and America’s Top GreenTech Companies lists, the 2024 Edison Award™, and the CleanTech Breakthrough’s 2024 Overall Innovation of the Year Award, highlighting its commitment to innovation and sustainability.
As global demand grows for safer, greener energy solutions, ZincFive’s leadership in nickel-zinc battery technology continues to set a new standard for mission-critical applications worldwide.
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