International EV Batteries 2021...Q&A with Dave OudeNijeweme, Advanced Propulsion Centre UK
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International EV Batteries conference, 11-12 November 2021, Kia Oval, London.
Ahead of our sixth annual International EV Batteries conference (9-10 November 2021), we caught up with Dave OudeNijeweme, Head of Technology Trends at Advanced Propulsion Centre UK.
Ahead of our sixth annual International EV Batteries conference (9-10 November 2021), we caught up with Dave OudeNijeweme, Head of Technology Trends at Advanced Propulsion Centre UK.
Q: Please could you briefly explain your role, involvement, and experience with regards to EV batteries?
Dave OudeNijeweme (DO): We at the Advanced Propulsion Centre have been guiding the UK to the opportunities in automotive electrification. Reports such as Strategic UK opportunities in passenger car electrification and Automotive Batteries are testament to that. We work very closely with industry and government to ensure the UK plays a considerable part in monetising these opportunities.
Q: Many OEMs are pledging to be fully electric by 2030/2035, in light of this what would you say we need next to ensure a mainly electric vehicle presence in the market in the UK?
DO: As mentioned, we are working very closely (together with government) with the automotive industry to support their transformation to net zero. The recent announcement of Nissan and AESC and our role therein is explained here. This is only the start; the UK would need many more of these projects to maintain its marketshare.
The key element for a sustainable automotive sector in the UK is significant investments in a completely new and local supply chain. This supply chain in turn can only be sustainable if the UK:
1) Unlocks its strategic position in renewable electricity offering competitively priced low carbon electricity at the point of use
2) Attracts the high value and critical material refining capacity (with access to raw materials) to underpin the battery grade material supply required.
Q: When it comes to the part of the battery life cycle you are involved in, what considerations need to be taken when it comes to the sustainability side in order to ensure a net-zero carbon life cycle to match the 2050 target?
DO: Net zero = net zero, so in short everything. Key areas are carbon intensive processes such as anode material, cathode material and cell manufacturing. Secondly there is not enough nickel and lithium in the world to feed the battery habit, so recycling back to battery grade materials is a given.
Q: Regarding new technologies for battery use and operation, what would you say are the ones to watch for the future?
DO: Firstly, we need to build with what currently exists. In the next 10 years we need 20 times as much battery capacity in Europe and this will largely be based on existing technology and improvement thereof. Please keep in mind that automotive has just gone on this journey and we see considerable improvements in the technology and processing technology of batteries over the next 10 years.
In parallel there are many promising technologies that would need to be developed. Our Electrical Energy Storage roadmaps, reports and industry challenges can be found here. These documents provide a pretty good overview of what we expect to happen. My personal view is the next big developments are in new anode materials, which enabled by new electrolytes allow higher energy densities and faster charging.
This year’s International EV Batteries conference will be taking place on 9-10 November 2021 at Kia Oval, London.
The International EV Batteries 2021 conference will cover:
Status updates on UK government investment and projects in battery manufacturing
Insight into varying battery materials and requirements for the battery supply chain
State-of-the-art battery cell chemistries and design for a cost-effective, stable and energy-dense battery
Innovative design for fast charging and charging infrastructure and technology
Understanding of how specific challenges of integrating EV technology into heavy duty applications are being managed by leaders in the field
Best practice for thermal management of batteries to ensure optimal temperatures for safe operation
Cutting-edge battery testing techniques and technologies to ensure an efficient and safe battery
To book your place, please visit the event website.
Dave OudeNijeweme (DO): We at the Advanced Propulsion Centre have been guiding the UK to the opportunities in automotive electrification. Reports such as Strategic UK opportunities in passenger car electrification and Automotive Batteries are testament to that. We work very closely with industry and government to ensure the UK plays a considerable part in monetising these opportunities.
Q: Many OEMs are pledging to be fully electric by 2030/2035, in light of this what would you say we need next to ensure a mainly electric vehicle presence in the market in the UK?
DO: As mentioned, we are working very closely (together with government) with the automotive industry to support their transformation to net zero. The recent announcement of Nissan and AESC and our role therein is explained here. This is only the start; the UK would need many more of these projects to maintain its marketshare.
The key element for a sustainable automotive sector in the UK is significant investments in a completely new and local supply chain. This supply chain in turn can only be sustainable if the UK:
1) Unlocks its strategic position in renewable electricity offering competitively priced low carbon electricity at the point of use
2) Attracts the high value and critical material refining capacity (with access to raw materials) to underpin the battery grade material supply required.
Q: When it comes to the part of the battery life cycle you are involved in, what considerations need to be taken when it comes to the sustainability side in order to ensure a net-zero carbon life cycle to match the 2050 target?
DO: Net zero = net zero, so in short everything. Key areas are carbon intensive processes such as anode material, cathode material and cell manufacturing. Secondly there is not enough nickel and lithium in the world to feed the battery habit, so recycling back to battery grade materials is a given.
Q: Regarding new technologies for battery use and operation, what would you say are the ones to watch for the future?
DO: Firstly, we need to build with what currently exists. In the next 10 years we need 20 times as much battery capacity in Europe and this will largely be based on existing technology and improvement thereof. Please keep in mind that automotive has just gone on this journey and we see considerable improvements in the technology and processing technology of batteries over the next 10 years.
In parallel there are many promising technologies that would need to be developed. Our Electrical Energy Storage roadmaps, reports and industry challenges can be found here. These documents provide a pretty good overview of what we expect to happen. My personal view is the next big developments are in new anode materials, which enabled by new electrolytes allow higher energy densities and faster charging.
This year’s International EV Batteries conference will be taking place on 9-10 November 2021 at Kia Oval, London.
The International EV Batteries 2021 conference will cover:
Status updates on UK government investment and projects in battery manufacturing
Insight into varying battery materials and requirements for the battery supply chain
State-of-the-art battery cell chemistries and design for a cost-effective, stable and energy-dense battery
Innovative design for fast charging and charging infrastructure and technology
Understanding of how specific challenges of integrating EV technology into heavy duty applications are being managed by leaders in the field
Best practice for thermal management of batteries to ensure optimal temperatures for safe operation
Cutting-edge battery testing techniques and technologies to ensure an efficient and safe battery
To book your place, please visit the event website.
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