Why battery research is vital for Norway''s sustainable energy
In policy circles, both the European Commission and the Norwegian government have announced ambitions for a transition to a battery economy, not only through battery manufacturing but for
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The installed capacity of battery energy storage
Today, the installed capacity of battery energy storage systems operating in Europe has exceeded the 20GW mark, with the United Kingdom, Germany and Italy dominating the European energy storage market. However,
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Does Norway have a battery market?
Today Norway has not one, but two huge battery markets. “There are two market drivers for batteries: EVs and stationary energy storage. Energy storage is coming on strong now. It’s the key to turning intermittent wind and solar into a stable energy source,” explains Pål Runde, Head of Battery Norway.
What is battery Norway?
Battery Norway (Norwegian Battery Platform) is a national industrial collaboration platform focused on innovation and sustainable value creation opportunities, encompassing the entire battery supply chain. It will closely follow the EU’s battery strategy and act as an advisor to the authorities. Battery Norway aims to help to:
How big is Norway's battery market?
batteries for stationary energy storage - a market expected to reach EUR 57 billion by 2030. Now, a more mature Norwegian battery industry has greater potential to accelerate the renewable energy transition in Europe. Today Norway has not one, but two huge battery markets.
Is Norway a good place to buy EV batteries?
An early adopter of electric transport, Norway continues to capture EV battery headlines. Electric cars now account for 79 per cent of new cars sold in Norway, and the MS Medstraum was recently launched as the world’s first electric fast ferry. In a global report on lithium-ion batteries, Norway ranked first in sustainability.
How can Norway become a leader in sustainable batteries?
Investing in research, local manufacturing and secure access to materials is needed to solidify Norway’s position as a leader in sustainable batteries. Battery technology is essential to meet Europe and Norway’s zero emission targets by 2050, helping to reduce carbon emissions in the energy and transport sectors across the continent.
Are EV batteries the future of energy storage?
“There are two market drivers for batteries: EVs and stationary energy storage. Energy storage is coming on strong now. It’s the key to turning intermittent wind and solar into a stable energy source,” explains Pål Runde, Head of Battery Norway. An early adopter of electric transport, Norway continues to capture EV battery headlines.