Enabling works start at Britishvolt Gigaplant site
Battery cell technology and R&D company Britishvolt has instructed ISG to start enabling works on the UK’s premier Gigaplant site in Cambois, Northumberland.
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Government battery strategy failing the UK says Lords Committee
A report by the House of Lords cross-party Science and Technology Select Committee concludes that actions taken by the Government do not align with its ambition to achieve net zero emissions, nor do they take advantage of opportunities presented by batteries and fuel cells for the UK’s research and manufacturing sectors.
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Volvo Car Group and Northvolt to produce sustainable batteries
Volvo Car Group has announced plans for a joint venture with Swedish battery maker, Northvolt, to develop sustainable batteries for its electric cars and set up a gigafactory for production.
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EV structural battery created that performs “ten times better”
A structural battery has been produced by university researchers that performs ten times better than previous versions, offering the potential for application into EVs.
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