Creating New Opportunities Through
Battery Reuse
Transforming retired hybrid batteries into opportunities for education, workforce training, and
community resilience across Puerto Rico.
About the TECRE initiative
TECRE is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing renewable energy, battery repurposing, workforce development, and community resilience in Puerto Rico. Through research, education, and industry collaboration, TECRE serves as a platform for developing innovative energy solutions that create lasting environmental and economic impact.
Our Mission
Our mission is to empower Puerto Rico through experiential education, renewable energy innovation, and circular battery economy initiatives. We engage students, researchers, volunteers, and industry partners in projects that strengthen energy resilience, expand workforce opportunities, and accelerate sustainable technology development.
Our Vission
We envision Puerto Rico as a global leader in community energy resilience and circular battery innovation, where education, technology, and local empowerment work together to build a more sustainable future.
Board of Directors
Dr. Eugene S. Smotkin, Ph.D
Founder,TECRE
Founder, NuVant Systems, Inc.
Chairman of the Advisory Board, A3 Global
Dr. Hector D. Abruna, Ph.D
The Emile M. Chamot Professor of Chemistry, Cornell University
Global Energy Prize Winner, 2024
Dr. Steven Greenbaum, Ph.D
Professor of Physics, the City University of New York (CUNY)
Fellow, American Physical al scoiety
Dr. Thomas E. Mallouk, Ph.D
Professor of Energy Research, Professor of Chemistry, University of Pennsylvania
Principal Investigator, CHASE
Carlos Ochoteco
Veteran journalist and communications professional
Reporter, anchor and host - Puerto Rico television programs
Partners and Collaborators
The G8 Community, Puerto Rico
Community resilience initiatives Workforce development programs Pilot site for battery projects
Northeastern University, USA
Renewable energy research Student engagement and training Battery innovation initiatives
Roxbury Youth Program, UUUM
Youth leadership development STEM education opportunities Community outreach programs