Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 20, 2011

Li-ion battery maker A123 Systems will supply a Grid Battery System (GBS) to Maui Electric Company (MECO), a utility serving residents and businesses on the islands of Maui, Lanai and Molokai in Hawaii. The system, NSTAR’s first battery energy storage project, is proposed for installation at a substation in Medway, Mass.

Li-ion 252

Li-ion Grid Supplies Hawaii 252

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 16, 2011

Saft inaugurated an advanced automated lithium-ion battery factory in Jacksonville, Florida. This high-volume production facility will build advanced lithium-ion cells and batteries for energy storage for renewable energy, smart grid support, broadband back-up power, transportation and defense.

Jacksonville 230

Jacksonville Li-ion Lithium Ion Florida 230

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 20, 2014

for the delivery of the first Intensium Flex Li-ion battery system to power and store energy for the ECO-H System. Through its ability to provide power and store energy using Saft Li-ion batteries, the system allows for immediate on-demand power and the leveling of power usage peaks for rigs.

Li-ion 218

Li-ion Oil Gas Industrial 218

Green Car Congress

JULY 30, 2012

Argonne National Laboratory (ANL) has released updates to its GREET 2 2012 Vehicle-Cycle model and GREET 1 2012 Fuel-Cycle model used in lifecycle analysis of transportation options. Li-ion battery production pathways using LiMn 2 O 4 are added replacing Li-ion battery with Li 2 CoO 2.

Li-ion 225

Li-ion Oil-Sands Batteries Battery 225

Green Car Congress

MARCH 7, 2023

More than two-thirds (68%) of lithium-ion battery production planned for Europe is at risk of being delayed, scaled down or cancelled, according to new analysis by the European NGO Transport & Environment. A central fund accessible to all member states should prioritise battery value chains, renewables and smart grids.

Companies 430

Companies Batteries Battery Production 430

Baua Electric

JANUARY 16, 2024

At the heart of this collaboration lies noco-noco’s X-SEPA separator technology capable of extending the life of the conventional lithium-ion batteries fivefold, when used with a proprietary electrolyte, Greenfuel said in a release. GWh to address the intermittency of renewable energy and balance the grid.

Li-ion 52

Li-ion Auto Batteries Battery 52

Green Car Congress

MAY 15, 2017

Results of a study by a team at the Hawaii Natural Energy Institute, SOEST, University of Hawaii at Manoa, suggest that the additional cycling to discharge vehicle batteries to the power grid in a vehicle-to-grid (V2G) scenario, even at constant power, is detrimental to EV battery cell performance. —Dubarry et al.

Hawaii 210

Hawaii Grid Batteries Battery 210

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 10, 2011

Conventional Li-ion cell (left) compared to Seeo cell (right). The California Energy Commission has awarded $1,585,490 to spur research on projects including a solid-state Li-ion battery system for grid-scale energy storage. Green Dot Transportation Inc. Click to enlarge. This approach allows independent.

Li-ion 186

Li-ion Grid Energy California 186

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 20, 2012

Corvus Energy is designing and manufacturing more than two megawatts of Li-ion batteries to be at the heart of four new 542 kWh hybrid tugboats now being. built for the Gorgon Project. One of the world’s largest natural gas projects, Gorgon is currently under construction 130 km off the west coast of Australia.

Li-ion 236

Li-ion Hybrid Energy Mariner 236

Green Car Congress

MARCH 3, 2016

Researchers from George Washington University and Vanderbilt University have demonstrated the conversion of atmospheric CO 2 into carbon nanofibers (CNFs) and carbon nanotubes (CNTs) for use as high-performance anodes in both lithium-ion and sodium-ion batteries. times above that of sodium-ion batteries with graphite electrodes.

Li-ion 150

Li-ion Carbon Convert Sodium 150

Green Car Congress

APRIL 27, 2022

South 8 will leverage the funding to accelerate the commercialization of its patented Liquefied Gas Electrolyte (LiGas) technology for high-performance batteries for electric vehicle, grid storage, aerospace, and defense applications. ? —Robert McIntyre, Managing Director at LG Technology Ventures.

Lithium Ion 284

Lithium Ion Commercial Li-ion Batteries 284

Green Car Congress

JUNE 12, 2012

A123 Systems introduced Nanophosphate EXT ( EX treme T emperature), a new lithium-ion battery technology capable of operating at extreme temperatures without requiring thermal management. We feel that we have erased the cold cranking deficit—the Achilles heel [for Li-ion] from a performance perspective against lead acid. ”

Li-ion 359

Li-ion Lead Acid Lithium Ion Hybrid 359

Green Car Congress

MARCH 24, 2014

A123 Systems LLC, a developer and manufacturer of advanced Nanophosphate lithium iron phosphate batteries and systems, is selling its grid storage business and other assets related to energy storage for telecom and IT data storage applications to NEC Corporation for approximately $100 million. A123 will become a key cell supplier to NEC.

Li-ion 236

Li-ion Transportation Hybrid Energy 236

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 21, 2010

Li-ion battery maker Ener1 has restructured, internally dividing into three segments that reflect the main directions of development in the rapidly devolving industry: transportation, utility grid and small format products. Rick Stanley, President of EnerDel, has been appointed Ener1 Chief Operating Officer.

Li-ion 186

Li-ion Lithium Ion Asia Grid 186

Green Car Congress

JUNE 4, 2013

A team at Stanford University has developed stable silicon Li-ion battery anodes by incorporating a conducting polymer hydrogel into the Si-based material. V versus Li/Li + ), (3) the natural abundance of elemental Si, and (4) its safety and environmental benignity. Click to enlarge. —Wu et al. —Yi Cui.

Li-ion 236

Li-ion Manufacturer Polymer Deep Cycle 236

Green Car Congress

JULY 23, 2012

Moving forward on their Heads of Agreement signed earlier this year at the Detroit Auto Show ( earlier post ) Korea-based SK Innovation and the international automotive supplier Continental signed an agreement to found a jointly managed company to develop, to produce and to market automotive Li-ion battery systems.

Li-ion 231

Li-ion Lithium Ion Batteries Battery 231

Green Car Congress

MAY 26, 2011

Scheme of the semi-solid flow cell (SSFC) system using flowing lithium-ion cathode and anode suspensions. The SSFC could enable new models such as transportation ‘fuels’ tuned for power versus range, or cold versus warm climates, with flexible refueling and recycling options. Source: Duduta et al. Click to enlarge. –2.9

Li-ion 345

Li-ion Recharge Grid Lithium Ion 345

Green Car Congress

JULY 18, 2016

Cadenza Innovation , a Li-ion battery startup founded in 2012 by Dr. Christina Lampe-Onnerud, former CEO and founder of Boston Power ( earlier post ), has raised more than $5 million in growth capital. Safety: integrated fire protection, enabling fail-safe battery packs for use in residential, grid and transportation applications.

Li-ion 150

Li-ion Boston Connecticut Power 150

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 6, 2017

a consortium of businesses spearheaded by three “Southern Tier” companies, will establish Li-ion research and development and production operations at the Huron Campus in Endicott, Broome County. Cuomo announced that Imperium3 New York, Inc., Magnis Resources, Ltd.,

Li-ion 150

Li-ion New York 2019 Lithium Ion 150

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 13, 2021

These new SCALEUP teams are receiving funding to support the scaling of high-risk and potentially disruptive new electric vehicle battery, data center efficiency, grid modernization, emissions mitigation, and storage technologies. Earlier post.) 24M Technologies, Inc. kW/kg), and improved energy density (450 Wh/kg) for electric aviation.

Li-ion 199

Li-ion Batteries Battery Polymer 199

Green Car Congress

JUNE 22, 2015

Stealth-mode battery start-up 24M has introduced its new semi-solid lithium-ion cell. Together, our inventions achieve what lithium-ion has yet to do—meet the ultra-low cost targets of the grid and transportation industries. The lithium-ion battery is a brilliant, enabling technology, but its economics are flawed.

Li-ion 150

Li-ion Lithium Ion 2020 Batteries 150

Green Car Congress

MAY 5, 2010

The NZN concept relies on high energy density storage systems incorporated into the local grid, as well as efficient photovoltaic generation. NZN can integrate with the centralized grid. batteries); the creation of grid-enabled consumer-side energy generation appliances; and a robust set of standards and protocols.

Neighborhood 273

Neighborhood Energy Storage Grid Transportation 273

Green Car Congress

APRIL 29, 2022

Construction of the facility is underway and will be fully operational by Summer 2022, putting FreeWire at the center of the San Francisco Bay Area’s transportation technology hub. Boost Charger features a 160 kWh integrated Li-ion battery (bottom) and Silicon-carbide (SIC) switching technology (upper left).

Charging 195

Charging Batteries Battery Energy Storage 195

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 9, 2017

The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) announced a trial for a new type of electrolyzer which could see excess renewable energy stored in the gas grid and used to decarbonize Australia’s gas supply. —AGN CEO Ben Wilson.

Gas 150

Gas Grid Hydrogen Power 150

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 21, 2015

XALT Energy and Efficient Drivetrains (EDI) announced a tentative agreement through which XALT will supply EDI with its NMC graphite Lithium-ion battery energy storage packs for use in EDI’s PHEV PowerDrive and electric power export solutions.

Li-ion 150

Li-ion PHEV Supplies Lithium Ion 150

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 6, 2010

Ener1 has signed up two new customers for its Li-ion batteries: Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) and Toro. Hyundai Heavy Industries in Korea will receive Li-ion battery packs for electric buses; the packs are similar configurations as packs currently in operation in California with AC Transit. Grid Energy Storage.

Li-ion 225

Li-ion Hyundai Supplies 2009 225

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

has exclusively licensed five battery technologies from the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) designed to eliminate the use of cobalt metal in lithium-ion batteries. The advancement is aimed at accelerating the production of electric vehicles and energy storage solutions for the power grid. SPARKZ Inc.

Energy Storage 275

Energy Storage Lithium Ion Energy Batteries 275

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 10, 2017

At the American Public Transportation Association (APTA) EXPO 2017 in Atlanta, XALT Energy introduced its first second-generation (Gen II) battery cell to its portfolio of lithium-ion cells. The 65Ah UHE cell will also be used in XALT Energy’s new XPAND XMOD module, the XMOD114E, said Richard Cundiff, CEO of XALT Energy.

Li-ion 170

Li-ion Energy Mariner Atlanta 170

Baua Electric

APRIL 12, 2024

Given India’s dependence on 100% imported lithium-ion cells for electric vehicle batteries, there exists a compelling drive to cultivate indigenous cell and battery manufacturing capacities to meet the burgeoning demands. The partnership offers significant benefits for both companies.

Lithium Sulfur 52

Lithium Sulfur Li-ion Auto Lithium Ion 52

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 9, 2013

A123’s transportation business continues to serve customers including BAE Systems, BMW, Daimler, GM and SAIC, among others. The production facilities in Michigan continue to produce the majority of A123’s transportation output and successfully launched the Chevy Spark EV battery system for General Motors earlier this year.

Li-ion 210

Li-ion Hybrid Batteries Battery 210

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

The ultimate aim of the research is to facilitate improvements in batteries used for transport and other applications such as grid storage with improved performance and cost characteristics. Next generation lithium ion cathode materials. Next generation sodium ion batteries–NEXGENNA.

Energy Storage 223

Energy Storage Li-ion Lithium Ion Energy 223

Green Car Congress

APRIL 26, 2010

The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) has approved a $5-million forgivable loan for Li-ion battery manufacturer A123 Systems contingent on its hitting job creation and private investment milestones. With the new expansion, A123 Systems will assemble and commission grid-storage battery systems in Massachusetts.

Grid 199

Grid Massachusetts Li-ion Stimulus 199

Green Car Congress

APRIL 21, 2015

Toshiba’s BESS, integrating an array of 6MW-2MWh SCiB lithium-ion batteries, will be delivered in November, and the system is scheduled to start operation in December. The BESS for the Nishi-Sendai Project is the first large-scale BESS connected to Japan’s grid. an Italian transmission company.

Energy Storage 150

Energy Storage Li-ion Supplies Energy 150

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 15, 2012

AllCell Technologies LLC has launched a line of lithium-ion energy storage modules. AllCell’s thermal management technology is based on the use of phase change materials (PCM) to surround each lithium-ion cell, absorbing and conducting heat away to dramatically extend the life of the cells and prevent fire or damage to the battery.

Energy Storage 225

Energy Storage Li-ion Lithium Ion Energy 225

Green Car Congress

JULY 17, 2020

VTO research pathways focus on fuel diversification, vehicle efficiency, energy storage, lightweight materials, and new mobility technologies to improve the overall energy efficiency and affordability of the transportation system. Area of Interest (AOI) 01a: Lithium Ion Batteries using Silicon-based Anodes-Research. Federal share.

Lithium Ion 236

Lithium Ion Vehicles Li-ion Universal 236

Green Car Congress

MARCH 11, 2009

Altairnano), a provider of lithium-ion energy storage systems, is pursuing federal funds associated with the 2009 American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA), which includes $4.5 billion for the modernization of the US electricity grid. Altair Nanotechnologies Inc. Earlier post.). Earlier post.). The program will provide up to $4.5

Grid 150

Grid Li-ion Lithium Titanate Lithium Ion 150

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 16, 2013

The Electrovaya 18 kWh Lithium Ion SuperPolymer battery consists of its proprietary high energy density cells and BMS (Battery Management System) along with sub-assemblies of mechanical, thermal, electrical and electronics. Electrovaya Inc. DongFeng Motors (DFM) plans to commercially launch these two electric vehicles by late 2013.

Li-ion 218

Li-ion China Motor Motors 218