Used electric car batteries are getting new life in a new energy solution developed by the cleantech company Gridturn in collaboration with Andel Energi. The technology makes it possible for companies to take advantage of fluctuating electricity prices, store excess power from, for example, solar cells and create a better balance in their energy consumption. This is stated by Andel Energi in a press release.
Gridturn has tested the technology together with Andel Energi, and the results have paved the way for a commercial rollout.
- The various tests we have carried out together with Andel Energi have shown some really positive results. We have just put a commercial solution into operation at Andel Energi and are now ready to go on a larger scale, says Louise Witt Sengeløv, founder and CEO of Gridturn.
The solution consists of modular battery towers, where up to 14 used electric car batteries are collected in a system with a capacity of just over 100 kWh. The batteries can store power from companies' solar panels and deliver it back when demand and electricity prices increase. At the same time, the system can be connected to Andel Energi's FlexPlatform and thus contribute to balancing the electricity grid.
Flexibility is the alpha and omega for future energy consumers. Regardless of consumption, it is important to balance, optimize and adapt to both prices and production, which, as we know, can fluctuate quite a bit over time,” says Jack Kristensen, director of energy flexibility at Andel Energi.
According to Gridturn, the technology can extend the life of batteries by around 10 years before they are sent for recycling. The solution allows companies to make better use of their own energy, increase flexibility and reduce electricity bills.
- New batteries must be installed in electric cars so that the cars have the longest possible range. But when the batteries reach a capacity of around 85 percent, it begins to affect the cars' range. But 85 percent is plenty for our purposes. Therefore, it is far too early to send the used car batteries for recycling, says Louise Witt Sengeløv.
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