2.6 How can flow batteries help make energy cheaper?

07/13/22 • 40 min

How can batteries make energy cheaper, more sustainable, and more accessible?

In this episode, we're joined by two people who are using batteries in innovative ways to support communities. Professor Satish Patil tells us about the Sunrise Network, which supports rural communities and communities living off the grid, bringing energy independence through the use of solar panels and batteries. Brenda Park is the director of StorTera, and she spoke to us about the company's patented new battery technology, and how it's set to support communities in the UK.

Hosted by Dr. Alex Lathbridge.

Produced by Hiren Joshi and Lizzy Ratcliffe.

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How can batteries make energy cheaper, more sustainable, and more accessible?

Hosted by Dr. Alex Lathbridge.

Produced by Hiren Joshi and Lizzy Ratcliffe.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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2.5 Battery safety - The positives and negatives

We've heard a lot about the benefits of batteries, but what can go wrong? What happens to batteries as they age and how can we extend their lifespan? Why are e-scooters banned in the London underground? And what can we do to make sure we're using batteries safely in our homes, and disposing of them correctly.

In this fascinating episode, we're joined by Professor Paul Shearing from SafeBatt and Andrew Gausden from East Sussex Fire & Rescue Service, to talk about battery safety and the science behind it.

Hosted by Dr. Alex Lathbridge.

Produced by Hiren Joshi and Lizzy Ratcliffe.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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2.7 Can we have a circular economy for batteries?

How does recycling of batteries work, how can it be improved, and what are the social, legal, environmental, and economic implications of implementing a large-scale recycling infrastructure for batteries?

We're joined by two experts from the University of Birmingham, metallurgy and materials expert Dr. Roberto Sommerville, and legal expert Dr. Jyoti Ahuja. We discuss all aspects of implementing a circular economy for batteries – from the technologies required to the policy changes needed.

Hosted by Dr. Alex Lathbridge.

Produced by Hiren Joshi and Lizzy Ratcliffe.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.