Development Collaboration: KREISEL and CustomCells Join Forces to Research High-Performance Batteries

Itzehoe (Germany) / Rainbach (Austria), January 15, 2025 – German battery cell pioneer CustomCells and Austrian specialist in high-performance battery systems, KREISEL, are collaborating to develop two customized cell designs: one with extremely high energy density and another with an optimized total cost structure. KREISEL specializes in comprehensive solutions for electrification projects, focusing on marine…

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‘Taking on the world’s greatest challenge’

A Massachusetts battery startup has a product that is seemingly a dream come true for the sector.  That’s because the Malden-based company bills its pack as being a solution for grid, home, business, and even data center storage with fire-safe and sustainable tech. It fascinatingly leverages common water in the chemistry, according to a news…

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Andreas Löhrke as new member of the Fraunhofer FFB

We are excited to announce that Andreas Löhrke, Senior Vice President of R&D and Product Line 46xx at CustomCells, joins the advisory board of the Fraunhofer Research Institution for Battery Cell Production FFB. Andreas’ role will amplify synergies between CustomCells and Fraunhofer FFB, accelerating industry progress. As a leader in battery innovation, CustomCells is committed…

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A nonflammable battery to power a safer, decarbonized future | MIT News

Lithium-ion batteries are the workhorses of home electronics and are powering an electric revolution in transportation. But they are not suitable for every application. A key drawback is their flammability and toxicity, which make large-scale lithium-ion energy storage a bad fit in densely populated city centers and near metal processing or chemical manufacturing plants. Now…

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Addressing toxicity concerns in lithium batteries – pv magazine USA

Batteries have become a cornerstone of the global energy transition, powering not just electric vehicles but also supporting power grids and facilitating the decarbonization of buildings. The demand for efficient and safe energy storage solutions has skyrocketed as the world increasingly gets its energy from renewable sources. Alongside the surge in demand are significant investments…

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Alsym Energy Celebrates New Headquarters and Welcomes Yvonne Hao, MA Secretary of the Executive Office of Economic Development

The new location expands Alsym’s role in advancing non-lithium battery technology and boosts cleantech innovation in Massachusetts Boston, MA – Oct. 30th, 2024 – Woburn-based startup Alsym™ Energy (Alsym), a developer of high-performance, non-flammable batteries for stationary storage, welcomed Yvonne Hao, Secretary of the Executive Office of Economic Development for Massachusetts, to its new 60,000-square-foot…

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Matthias Weixler responsible for global battery production at CustomCells

Itzehoe/Tübingen, October, 21 2024 – CustomCells has gained another experienced production expert: Matthias Weixler has joined the German battery pioneer as “Senior Vice President Global Manufacturing & P01 Project”. The former Magna manager will contribute his international experience and expertise in production issues. In his new role, Matthias Weixler will be responsible for CustomCells’ global…

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Aquaculture Goes Electric at Maine Ocean Farms

Portland, US – 30th September 2024 – Maine Ocean Farms is supercharging its operations with custom-built electric workboats and Aqua superPower’s marine fast charging, setting a new standard for eco-friendly oyster farming. This project is made possible thanks to a $500,000 grant from the US Department of Energy, Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy…

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Grid-scale batteries: They’re not just lithium

As power utilities and industrial companies seek to use more renewable energy, the market for grid-scale batteries is expanding rapidly. Alternatives to lithium-ion technology may provide environmental, labor, and safety benefits. And these new chemistries can work in markets like the electric grid and industrial applications that lithium doesn’t address well. “I think the market…

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