Lohum, a leading producer of sustainable energy transition materials has partnered with MG Motor India to establish an ecosystem for the reuse and lifecycle management of EV batteries.
The partnership aims to develop the concept of second-life solutions for batteries, ensuring their efficient utilization and contributing to the circular economy. The project will harness the potential of used batteries by repurposing them as Battery Energy Storage Products (BESS), effectively extending their life cycle and optimizing resource usage.
Under the collaboration, Lohum will reuse used batteries of MG electric vehicles to build sustainable second-life Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) for different clean energy applications in India’s urban and rural landscape. Using its repurposing technology, Lohum will maximize the potential of cells before recycling and utilizing healthy cells high on Remaining Useful Life (RUL) to build sustainable second-life BESS.
The initial offering under this partnership will be a 100% Off-Grid, 5kWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) to meet the essential energy needs of urban and rural India, says the official release. The BESS will provide uninterrupted power supply even in regions with unreliable grid infrastructure.
"At MG, we have always believed in fostering innovation and sustainability. Battery energy storage solutions (BESS) hold immense potential to revolutionize India's energy landscape, with their versatile applications, affordability, and undeniable support for local communities,” says Rajeev Chaba, CEO Emeritus, MG Motor India.
Further, he added,” Our collaboration with Lohum allows us to take a significant move forward in our commitment to sustainable mobility. By repurposing used batteries of our EV models, we not only extend their life cycle but also enable the delivery of power to essential community centres.”
Rajat Verma, Founder & CEO of Lohum said, “Lohum is delighted to join hands with MG Motor India in this pioneering endeavour. Through our expertise in battery material recycling and low-carbon refining, we will play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient utilization of MG’s EV batteries. By repurposing these batteries as BESS, we contribute to making the clean energy transition circular and address the critical need for reliable power supply in community centres."
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