Möbi
Modular battery pack from recycled e-waste
Möbi is a modular battery pack designed to store solar power for off-grid communities. It is special because it uses second-life lithium-ion cells recovered from e-waste and recycled plastic housing, reducing landfill waste and demand for new materials. The modular design supports local repair and scaling of energy capacity, improving the environmental performance and longevity of decentralized energy storage systems.
Company/Institution
Queensland University of Technology (QUT)
Queensland University of Technology (QUT) is a public research university based in Brisbane, Australia, known for its strong emphasis on design, technology, and real-world impact. QUT’s Industrial Design program drives sustainable innovation, interdisciplinary thinking, and socially responsible design practices, supporting students to develop projects that address global environmental and humanitarian challenges.
Country
Australia
Designer(s)
Julia Tsukimori
Julia Tsukimori is an Industrial Design graduate from Queensland University of Technology with a background in architectural design. Her work spans product design, systems thinking, and visual communication across a range of contexts. She places a strong focus on sustainability-informed design, including material lifecycle, repairability, and resource efficiency, while also engaging with broader functional, technical, and user-driven requirements. Her approach is research-led and focused on producing adaptable, context-responsive outcomes.