Imagine having two different batteries in one: one that acts like a giant water tank for long-term energy and another that acts like a quick-fire sprint for instant power. This project combines these two types to keep the power grid steady without relying on rare, expensive minerals. It also includes a way to recycle the liquids used in these batteries so nothing goes to waste.
Current energy storage is often too slow for instant grid needs or too small for long-term backup. This creates a gap where renewables cannot be fully utilized without risking grid instability.
Two types of hybrid storage (Aqueous-based and Salt-based) and smart energy management software. These include digital twins for design and industrial-scale recycling processes.
If you are a grid operator dealing with unstable power from wind and solar — this project developed hybrid storage systems that provide ultra-fast ancillary services. This ensures the grid stays balanced even when renewable output fluctuates rapidly.
If you are a factory owner dealing with high energy costs and power dips in an industrial microgrid — this project developed Aqueous and Salt-based storage. These systems provide long-duration capacity to keep operations running smoothly.
If you are a charging station operator dealing with grid overload during peak EV charging times — this project developed a combined control system via smart energy management. This allows for high-power bursts to charge cars without crashing the local grid.
Based on available project data, specific pricing is not provided, but the project will finalize techno-economic analyses to evaluate market segments for commercialization.
The project is scaling up electrolyte recycling solutions to an industrially relevant size and deploying three demo sites in Portugal and Germany.
Based on available project data, there is no specific mention of licensing terms, though the project involves 8 industry partners who may hold shared IP.
Integration is managed through smart Energy Management Systems (EMS) and digital twins that optimize real-time management for islanded grids and industrial microgrids.
The project runs from 2024-01-01 to 2027-12-31, with demonstrations planned across three sites during this period.
The consortium is heavily weighted toward commercialization, with an industry ratio of 53% (8 out of 15 partners). This strong industrial presence, combined with partners from 7 different countries, suggests the project is focused on market entry rather than pure academic research.
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