Reuters Energy Industry Awards Honors Judy Jeevarajan With Highly Commended Recognition

UL Research Institutes congratulates Judith Jeevarajan, Ph.D., vice president & executive director of its Electrochemical Safety Research Institute, for being highly commended in the “People of Purpose” category at the Reuters Energy Industry Awards 2026.

This recognition celebrates executives whose careers reflect sustained leadership, measurable impact, and a commitment to advancing the global energy landscape.

Recognizing a career defined by purpose-driven impact, this award reflects Judy’s extensive contributions to battery safety research, standards development, and cross-sector collaboration. With more than 29 years of experience in electrochemistry, battery technology, and energy storage research, she has established herself as a leading voice in advancing safety across the energy sector.

Jeevarajan’s work has been instrumental in addressing critical safety challenges, including thermal runaway, fire propagation, and end-of-life battery management. Her research has directly influenced safety protocols and design standards for energy storage systems, electric vehicles, and aerospace applications. In addition to her technical leadership, she has contributed to global standards development, helping align safety practices across international markets.

“Thank you to Reuters for this deeply meaningful honor. My journey has always been driven by a simple belief: that safer energy solutions can power a better future,” she said. “This recognition reflects not just my journey, but the shared passion and purpose of everyone striving to create a safer, more sustainable future.”

Under her leadership, the Electrochemical Safety Research group has strengthened its position as a leading independent authority in electrochemical safety, expanding research into emerging technologies such as hydrogen, sodium-ion, and solid-state batteries. By fostering partnerships with industry, academia, and government, Jeevarajan has enabled the safe adoption of energy storage technologies that reduce risk, improve performance, and support sustainable energy deployment.

“Judy is an extraordinary scientific leader whose expertise in battery safety and electrochemical systems is recognized around the world. Her ability to connect rigorous research with real-world safety impacts makes her indispensable to UL Research Institutes,” said Chris Cramer, Ph.D., executive vice president & chief research officer with ULRI.

The Reuters Energy Industry Awards recognize leaders and organizations whose dedication and ingenuity are driving meaningful progress across the energy landscape. Jeevarajan’s recognition highlights the critical role of safety science in enabling innovation and reflects a career built on scientific rigor, cross-sector collaboration, and a sustained commitment to advancing a more resilient, sustainable energy future.

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