Iron Flow Batteries: The Key to Sustainable Energy Storage in Europe

Synopsis

Amid growing environmental concerns around the production, safety and disposal of lithium-ion batteries, Alan Greenshields will discuss how alternative, commercially available Long-Duration Energy Storage (LDES) technologies will power the global energy transition.

One example, which is beginning to be deployed across Europe, in the US and in Australia is iron flow technology. These systems are made with earth-abundant materials: iron, salt and water and can deliver the storage capacity and energy security urgently needed worldwide. Iron flow technology leverages a broad supply chain and can be manufactured and serviced locally, delivering energy security, decarbonisation and economic opportunity to communities worldwide. With their inherent safety and low carbon footprint, iron flow batteries can withstand the elements and operate safely in hot, wildfire-prone regions.