SECOND LIFE-BATTERIES | TES | Upcoming Energies

Startup name/ Name of project:
Second Life Batteries in partnership with TES

Technology used:
Second life batteries; Lithium-ion

Project’s duration:
TBC

Status:
Ongoing

Project’s location:
Madrid, Spain

Small project description:
Galp is currently conducting a pilot project to assess the application of second-life battery technology, alongside ultra-fast charging hubs to demonstrate its potential to cut operational costs and enhance the flexibility of charging hubs. This technology consists of reusing retired electric vehicle batteries for stationary applications. Despite reduced EV performance, these batteries are still capable of providing significant capacity, which can be harnessed in diverse applications, including energy storage for homes and EV charging infrastructure. Giving these batteries a second life decreases the need for new battery production, thus reducing the environmental impact of manufacturing, and fostering a circular economy. Embracing this innovative solution represents a substantial step toward a more eco-friendly, sustainable, and efficient future for electric mobility. Additionally, these batteries will serve as a testbed for advanced data analytics tools to predict failures and extend battery lifetimes