Inaugural Address of the 15th President of the Korean Electrochemical Society

Distinguished Members of the Korean Electrochemical Society,

It is a great honor to serve as the 15th President of the Korean Electrochemical Society. I accept this responsibility with humility and a deep sense of duty, and I look forward to working together with all members as our Society advances to its next stage.

We are living through a period of rapid change shaped by the transitions in energy, the environment, materials, and digital technologies. Global supply chains and energy security are being reorganized, and strategic fields such as secondary batteries, hydrogen technologies, and power infrastructure are increasingly central to national competitiveness. Carbon neutrality is now judged by practical implementation and technological reliability. At the same time, the expansion of semiconductors and data centers is driving up electricity demand, making stable energy systems more important than ever. In this context, electrochemistry stands as a key foundation for energy conversion and storage, resource circulation, and environmental solutions.

These changes also reshape expectations for research. Beyond individual materials and single performance indicators, greater value is placed on continuity from fundamentals to applications, on reproducibility and reliability, and on meaningful collaboration with industry. Our Society must serve as a shared platform that connects diverse research communities and supports the steady growth of electrochemical science and technology.

The 15th Executive Committee will prepare for the 30th anniversary of our Society in 2028 with a clear and long term perspective. We will also strengthen governance through the newly implemented Board of Directors system and clarify the roles of the Executive Committee and the Board to enhance both efficiency and accountability. In addition, we will support active operations by each division and expand international academic exchange to elevate the global presence of the Society.

The Korean Electrochemical Society is built on the expertise and trust of its members. With your continued interest and participation, we will further strengthen our academic community and respond proactively to the needs of our time.

As we welcome the New Year, I sincerely wish you health, happiness, and continued success.

Sincerely,

January 2026
15th President of the Korean Electrochemical Society, Won-sub Yoon