Sodium ion battery storage project financing options in Netherlands 2030

Is the Netherlands launching a research project on sodium batteries?

The Netherlands is now starting a research project on sodium batteries. Nobian and Exergy Storage, University of Twente and innovation platform ISPT are launching a collaboration in the project STARBATCH - aimed at developing a new battery technology that uses sodium instead of lithium.

What is a Technology Strategy assessment on sodium batteries?

This technology strategy assessment on sodium batteries, released as part of the Long-Duration Storage Shot, contains the findings from the Storage Innovations (SI) 2030 strategic initiative.

What is a sodium ion battery?

Sodium-ion batteries (NaIBs) were initially developed at roughly the same time as lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) in the 1980s; however, the limitations of charge/discharge rate, cyclability, energy density, and stable voltage profiles made them historically less competitive than their lithium-based counterparts .

Is sodium-ion a make-or-break year for the battery market disruptor?

Data adapted from Wood Mackenzie, “Sodium-ion update: A make-or-break year for the battery market disruptor,” January 2023 .

Are sodium battery cells a viable alternative to lithium?

However, due to its limited availability and the high cost and energy consumption associated with lithium mining, its use on a large scale is limited. Recent research indicates that sodium battery cells (based on NaAlCl4, sodium tetrachloroaluminate, STCA) could be an alternative, offering comparable or even better performance.

What ration & innovation is needed for battery 2030+?

ration and innovationFor BATTERY 2030+ being able to achieve the ambitious goals laid out in this roadmap, research within the initiative – and beyond – must meet the highest standards in terms of data generation, data processing, data storage, data exchange a