The Centre for Hybrid Automotive Research and Green Energy (CHARGE) Lab sits on the traditional territory of the Three Fires Confederacy of First Nations, which includes the Ojibwa, the Odawa, and the Potawatomi peoples. As we research electric vehicle technology, including battery systems, we recognize that engineering innovation is deeply connected to land, its resources, and communities. We are committed to working responsibly and respectfully, ensuring our research contributes to sustainable energy solutions while acknowledging and honouring the history of this land.
At the CHARGE Lab, we are fully committed to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in all aspects of our work. We support researchers of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, physical abilities, socioeconomic backgrounds and honour the many other identities and experiences that make our community whole.
CHARGE Lab is built on a foundation of strong females and a diverse mix of races and nationalities, proving that technical leadership belongs to all identities. We believe that engineering innovation thrives on a mix of different perspectives and experiences. By fostering collaboration and embracing the principles of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, we can strengthen our research impact and deliver better solutions to complex engineering and sustainability challenges.
To put these values into practice, we are committed to fostering a more equitable and inclusive research environment through meaningful, sustained actions.