What is a lithium-ion battery recycling plant?

Image: Northvolt. A lithium-ion battery recycling plant is under construction in Norway, focusing initially on electric vehicle (EV) batteries, but the CEO of the company behind it has said that it will also be capable of processing batteries from stationary energy storage systems (ESS).

Are batteries a potential green industry in Norway?

McKinsey & Co. has identified batteries as one of Norway's principal potential green industries in the future. According to the consultancy, a rapid and broad strengthening of all parts of the battery value chain is needed to satisfy the global battery shortage.

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.

Who is supplying end-of-life lithium-ion batteries?

Eco Stor, an Oslo-headquartered portfolio company of Norwegian utility company Agder Energi, will provide the joint venture with end-of-life lithium-ion batteries. Morrow Batteries, a battery manufacturer, will also supply lithium-ion battery manufacturing scrap from its planned facilities in Norway.

Why should we invest in EV battery recycling in Norway?

Our BESS holds immense potential for contributing to Norway’s burgeoning clean energy landscape. Upon installation at the EV battery recycling facility, Hydrovolt, it will play a pivotal role in optimizing energy utilization and unlocking new revenue streams.

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.