Elestor Develops Hydrogen-Iron Flow Battery for Energy Storage

Dutch company Elestor focuses on large-scale renewable energy storage. Since 2014, they have developed a hydrogen-iron flow battery to store electricity from intermittent sources. This technology addresses the challenge of variable output from solar and wind power generation. The battery system aims to provide a reliable method for managing renewable energy supply. Elestor secured over €40 million in funding and completed several pilot projects. The hydrogen-iron flow battery stores electricity for periods ranging from hours to weeks. The company emphasizes the importance of large-scale storage for stabilizing energy supplies. This stabilization enhances overall energy security. The system uses readily available materials like hydrogen and iron. This reduces reliance on scarce resources and promotes cost efficiency. Elestor aims to broaden the deployment of energy storage solutions. The company focuses on democratizing access to clean energy. They seek to ensure affordable and sustainable energy solutions are available to various communities. The technology promotes energy independence and resilience.