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Battery safety considerations

It pays to do your homework when buying a battery storage system. Victor Schäfer, vice president of R&D at German lithium battery maker Tesvolt, explains the differences between battery cells when it comes to fire prevention and other considerations.

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pv magazine

05 Apr 2023

Photo: Tesvolt

Power storage systems are a key facilitator of the energy transition and demand is accelerating. However, lithium-ion battery fires in 2022 indicate the element of risk associated with stationary storage. Despite alternative battery options, such as redox flow products, lithium-ion continues to dominate. So how are manufacturers mitigating fire risk and what should buyers bear …

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