Galp's Carla Tavares Raises Safety Concerns in Second Life BESS Projects
Galp's Carla Tavares has raised concerns about safety and lifespan uncertainty in second life Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) projects. Meanwhile, Galp's case study on second life BESS deployment in Madrid was recently presented at an industry event.
While repurposing EV battery packs and modules into BESS has environmental benefits, challenges persist. Price parity between new and second life battery modules has weakened the business case for second life usage. Companies like Stellantis' SUSTAINera are tackling these issues by offering solutions through rigorous testing and repurposing for non-automotive applications. They aim to address challenges in performance, pricing, and safety, making second life BESS more viable.
Despite concerns and pricing challenges, second life BESS projects continue to be explored. Galp's case study in Madrid demonstrates the potential, while companies like Stellantis' SUSTAINera work to overcome obstacles and make repurposing EV batteries into BESS more attractive.
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