Webinar: Powering the STEM Future: Circular Economy in the Classroom

Join us for an exciting webinar to discover how battery technology and the circular economy can energize your STEM lessons, co-hosted by Scientix® STEM Alliance, Future Classroom Lab, and Clarios, the global leader in advanced, low-voltage battery technologies for mobility.

Exploring Clarios’ industry-leading practices and educational tools, we will break down how to integrate key knowledge on the design, production, and life cycle of modern batteries into classroom lessons, and how this can serve to teach STEM subjects as well as broader environmental, technological, and societal issues.

During the session, you will discover a variety of adaptable teaching resources and activities to help students understand battery science and the circular economy, and you will hear tips from Clarios professionals and pilot teachers on bringing these important ideas to life in class and inspiring all students, including underrepresented groups, to pursue STEM and sustainability careers.

Join us and don’t miss this chance to get practical ideas, free resources, and inspiration for your next classroom lesson on technology and sustainability. This session is designed for STEM teachers at all levels and no specialist knowledge is required.

 

Meet the Speakers

Christian Rosenkranz

Vice President Industry & Government Relations EMEA, Clarios

Dr. Christian Rosenkranz is a leading voice in battery innovation and sustainability across Europe. At Clarios, he oversees industry and government relations, helping shape European regulations and standards for energy storage. With a PhD in Physical Chemistry from Leibniz University Hannover, he brings over two decades of experience in engineering and product development. Christian played a key role in launching the Li-Ion System Integration Center in Hannover, advancing battery technologies that support cleaner mobility. His work directly contributes to advancing the circular economy and environmental responsibility at Clarios and in the battery industry.

 

Ulrich Germann

Director Energy Systems, Clarios

Ulrich Germann has over 25 years of experience in energy systems and battery solutions. At Clarios, he directs innovation in energy storage, focusing on developing advanced solutions that ensure vehicle efficiency, reliability, and sustainability. His leadership has been pivotal in driving projects that integrate batteries into broader energy ecosystems, supporting the transition to electrified mobility. Ulrich is committed to advancing technologies that not only serve the automotive sector but also contribute to achieving climate goals in Europe.

 

Johanna Heindl

Manager Government & Industry Affairs, Clarios

Johanna Heindl works at the intersection of policy, industry, and sustainability. At Clarios, she manages government and industry affairs, representing the company in European policy discussions on energy storage and the circular economy. With a strong background in political science and international relations, Johanna advocates for policies that foster innovation, sustainability, and responsible resource management in the battery industry. Her work ensures that Clarios remains a trusted partner in shaping the regulatory framework for Europe’s energy transition.

 

Thomas Gonschorek

Director Corporate Affairs EMEA, Clarios

Thomas Gonschorek leads corporate affairs for Clarios in the EMEA region, where he is responsible for strategic communications, stakeholder engagement, and sustainability advocacy. With extensive experience in corporate strategy and policy, Thomas ensures that Clarios’ voice is heard in key debates on energy storage, circular economy, and climate policy. His work supports the company’s mission to create responsible battery solutions that power progress while protecting the planet.

 

Isidora Salim

Project and Pedagogical Coordinator, Science Education Department, European Schoolnet

Isidora Salim works as a Project and Pedagogical Coordinator in the Science Education Department of European Schoolnet (EUN). She focuses on Scientix actions in EdTech, industry collaboration, and professional development. Isidora oversees the STEM Discovery Campaign (a joint annual international initiative aimed at promoting STEM educational activities), the day-to-day implementation of the EU-funded GenB project (raising awareness and introducing bioeconomy in education), as well as the development of the Scientix Community Tool (an application for educator engagement funded by Cisco). She holds a bachelor’s degree in Pedagogy from the University of Belgrade, Serbia, including a semester at the University of Helsinki, Finland, and a master’s in Educational Science from the Vrije Universiteit of Brussel. Before joining EUN, she worked as an educator and science demonstrator at the Centre for the Promotion of Science in Belgrade.

 

Georgia Lascaris

Computer Science teacher and software engineer with 21 years in primary and secondary education and a Bachelor of Applied Informatics from the Athens University of Economics and Business. Active in European initiatives as Scientix Ambassador, EU CodeWeek Leading Teacher, Intel SFI Ambassador, and BBC Micro:Bit Champion. Passionate about technology and nature, teaching how technology can address real-world challenges and empowering teachers and students to embrace coding, robotics, AI, and STEM learning.