Can lead batteries support a low carbon future?

The EU’s institutions and European industries must work hand-in-hand to deliver the transition to a low carbon economy, while boosting homegrown industries and generating green growth, new jobs and skills Charge the Future demonstrates how lead batteries and the European lead battery industry support a low carbon future.

How does the EU benefit from a lead battery industry?

The EU benefits from a strategically autonomous lead battery industry, where EU-based companies generate thousands of jobs, source sustainable raw materials, make products and recycle them - all within the EU.

What is CBI doing with lead battery energy storage?

View CBI's interactive map of energy storage projects In two state-of-the-art solar installations, Exide Group is powering its battery production and recycling facilities using advanced lead battery energy storage.

Who makes the best battery energy storage system?

As the top battery energy storage system manufacturer, The company is renowned for its comprehensive energy solutions, supported by advanced industrial facilities in Shenzhen, Heyuan, and Hefei. Grevault, a subsidiary of Huntkey, is a leader in the battery energy storage sector.

Why is energy storage important in Europe?

In Europe, there is a growing consensus amongst policymakers that energy storage is crucial to securing affordable and low carbon energy. In May 2022, European Union launched their REPowerEU plan, a part of the European Green Deal, which mandates that 45% of Europe’s energy generation needs to come from renewable sources by 2030.

Are lead batteries a good example of a circular economy?

The lead battery is one of the world’s most successful examples of the circular economy in action. Every year, more than 100 million used lead batteries are kept out of the EU’s waste stream by a value chain embracing circular economy principles and operating in a fully closed loop.