Portuguese multinational energy corporation, Galp, has launched a new energy storage system that utilizes electric vehicle (EV) batteries at the end of their lifecycle to power ultra-fast chargers.
Galp The “Second Life Batteries” project was developed in collaboration with BeePlanet and BMW and recently debuted at a service station in Alcalá de Henares, Madrid.
The initiative aims to reduce emissions associated with the EV battery cycle by extending their useful life and decreasing the energy demand from the grid at ultra-fast charging hubs.
This not only promotes the development of these infrastructures but also supports a more sustainable energy system.
“We believe that mobility will become increasingly electrified and that its large-scale adoption is essential to reduce emissions. Galp is at the forefront in the transformation of mobility, with innovative projects that ensure access to increasingly sustainable energy and fuels for a growing number of people,” says João Diogo Marques da Silva, EVP Commercial at Galp.
The system is housed in a container with a capacity of 368 kWh and is connected to two 180 kW chargers, capable of charging up to nine vehicles consecutively with minimal grid power.
“Second Life Batteries” reinforces Galp’s commitment to electrification. By the end of the first half of the year, the company had reached 5,000 operational points in the Iberian Peninsula, marking a milestone in building a leading position in the provision of services for electric mobility.
