Robert Nelson Joins Firefly Energy Advisory Board

Firefly Energy Inc. (Peoria, IL), a company formed by Caterpillar Inc. to create the next generation of lead-acid battery technology, announced that Robert Nelson, an industry expert in valve-regulated lead-acid (VRLA) battery product development, is moving from Firefly's Technology Advisory Board to become the company's full-time Vice President of Engineering. Nelson has spent 26 years in research and industry involved with VRLA batteries. For the last 7 years, he has been an independent consultant specializing in technology analyses, VRLA battery design and manufacturing optimization, and trouble-shooting.

"Bob's move from advisory board member to full-time executive of Firefly exemplifies the excitement that's building around the potential of Firefly to revolutionize lead-acid battery technology," said Firefly Energy CEO Edward Williams. "His extensive experience and knowledge in the science of lead-acid chemistry has long been recognized by the automotive industry, and Firefly's other target battery product markets. This experience, along with his achievements in leading technical battery product development teams, will significantly enhance Firefly Energy's success in bringing innovative battery products to market."