Technology Strategy Assessment
China''s first megawatt iron-chromium flow battery energy storage demonstration project, which can store 6,000 kWh of electricity for 6 hours, was successfully tested and was
The primary innovation in flow batteries is their ability to store large amounts of energy for long periods, making them an ideal candidate for large-scale energy storage applications, especially in the context of renewable energy.
When comparing flow batteries to lithium-ion batteries, several key differences become apparent: Energy Density: Lithium-ion batteries have a higher energy density, meaning they can store more energy in a smaller space. However, this comes at the expense of longevity, as lithium-ion batteries tend to degrade over time.
Flow battery developers must balance meeting current market needs while trying to develop longer duration systems because most of their income will come from the shorter discharge durations. Currently, adding additional energy capacity just adds to the cost of the system.
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