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SEPTA, Constellation, and Viridity Energy to deploy 8.75MW energy storage system to capture and reuse subway train braking energy

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An 8.75MW battery storage network which will capture and reuse the energy created by braking subway cars will help Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) reduce operating costs, ensure energy resiliency, and support the stability of the electrical grid. Saft will provide the lithium-ion battery technology.

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Quallion Seeking $9M from California Energy Commission in Cost Sharing for Li-Ion Battery Manufacturing Facility

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Quallion LLC has submitted a final proposal to the California Energy Commission for cost sharing on the expansion of the company’s California lithium-ion battery manufacturing facilities. exist in 24 states and the District of Columbia. mAh cell) for medical implants to large 15 and 72 Ah prismatic cells.

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California Congressional Delegation Backing Quallions Bid for DOE Li-ion Funding

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On behalf of the California Congressional Delegation, Representative Brad Sherman has submitted a letter to the US Department of Energy Secretary Steven Chu supporting Quallion LLC’s application for funding under the Department of Energy’s Electric Drive and Vehicle Battery and Component Manufacturing Initiative. Earlier post.).

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