The field of long duration industrial batteries has emerged as one of the most important technologies to enable the storage of electricity generated by renewable technology.
While there are many different types of battery technologies emerging, it is important to consider the longer-term environmental impact of the components used to make these batteries. The move towards renewable energy does not make much sense if the components we use are highly toxic and environmentally damaging.
One of US-based technology partners has developed a unique easy-to-transport “iron flow battery” using safe, food-grade, earth-abundant elements like iron, salt and water.
The result of this iron flow battery technology is a long duration battery that is far more environmentally friendly and lower cost than lithium ion batteries.