How can we make EV batteries truly sustainable? – Ideas That Happen
Giving a second life to electric vehicle batteries is not only more sustainable, it can also be cheaper. Some companies are turning this into a profitable business. We focus on these circular business models in the BatteReverse project.
Piotr Grudzień, speaking on Ideas That Happen
In the rapidly evolving world of electric vehicles (EVs), the quest for sustainable battery technology is more critical than ever. Piotr Grudzień, an innovation consultant and energy engineer, shares his insights on this topic in our latest Ideas That Happen episode.
We discuss the COBRA initiative that has developed an innovative cobalt-free battery pack for electric vehicles. This ambitious project is replacing cobalt with more abundant materials like manganese, marking a significant stride towards ethical and sustainable energy solutions. We are also introduced to the BatteReverse initiative, in which Piotr is exploring more circular ways of handling batteries. Highlighting the practical aspects of these innovations, he notes, “Giving a second life to electric vehicle batteries is not only more sustainable, it can also be cheaper. Some companies are turning this into a profitable business.”
Piotr also sheds light on the intricate complexities of implementing new battery technologies, emphasising the critical role of market intelligence in ensuring these innovations remain relevant and impactful. He says “The market intelligence reports we publish in COBRA touch upon the most sought-after topics in the industry, such as second-life applications, solid-state batteries, and also safety aspects.”
Tune in for an engaging conversation that not only highlights the challenges in the realm of energy storage but also celebrates the innovative strides being made towards a more sustainable and ethical future.
The market intelligence reports we publish in COBRA touch upon the most sought-after topics in the industry, such as second-life applications, solid-state batteries, and also safety aspects.
Piotr Grudzień, speaking on Ideas That Happen
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