Tonomia Receives the EUPD Research Outstanding Innovation Award.
Launched at Las Vegas (US) CES24, the product’s design makes it stand out for its emphasis on sustainability. It will transform parking lot structures by combining green electricity, storage, water & heat harvesting (all-in-one integrated in the supporting pillar) and advanced tech, turning non-profit areas into lucrative parking spaces for operators and providing accessible vehicle charging for customers. The focus on extended product lifespans through easier repair contributes to reducing electronic waste, aligning with the company’s environmental goals. Awarding the innovation label to eParking Solar, EUPD Research highlighted the focus on streamlined recycling processes which not only promote faster battery adoption in safety-critical applications but also align with sustainability objectives for increased competitiveness in the stationary market. Sustainable electrode manufacturing, incorporating techniques like dry electrode coating, not only reduces production costs but also bolsters overall cell manufacturing sustainability, achieving cost-effectiveness without compromising environmental goals. These factors collectively underscore the product’s excellence in environmental performance, repairability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. The solar module aims to enhance environmental performance, repairability, and efficiency in battery cell manufacturing, presenting a more sustainable and effective solution for diverse applications. Speaking about the award, Dr-Ing Mustapha Belhabib the founder and CEO of Tonomia said, “The Tonomia eParking solar modules can help private & public parking lot with energy storage by providing a solution for efficient storage of energy produced by renewable sources. The V2G and V2H technologies developed in this project aim to address the challenge of energy storage by using electric vehicles to store and distribute energy. By installing and connecting modules in a parking facility, energy can be produced and then used for recharging electric vehicles, storing electricity, and powering buildings. This innovative solution offers a way to optimize energy usage and contributes to a more sustainable energy ecosystem.” 2023 (c) Key insights from EUPD market survey
Sodium-ion Batteries are Key to a Fossil Fuel Free Future
The transition away from fossil fuels has sparked a surge in battery demand, yet this shift risks depleting essential metals like lithium and cobalt. Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology reveal a potential game-changer: sodium-ion batteries. These batteries, composed primarily of table salt and forest industry biomass, offer a compelling alternative to conventional lithium-ion batteries. Their groundbreaking study demonstrates that sodium-ion batteries match lithium-ion counterparts in climate impact while sidestepping raw material scarcity concerns. The European Commission anticipates a soaring need for critical raw materials in batteries as nations pivot towards renewable energy and electric vehicles. However, reliance on limited lithium resources poses a bottleneck for rapid battery production. Sodium-ion batteries emerge as a promising solution, leveraging abundant raw materials while mitigating geopolitical risks associated with sourcing minerals from specific regions. The Chalmers team’s life cycle assessment affirms the viability of sodium-ion batteries, hinting at their pivotal role in realizing a fossil-free future. Additionally, their findings outline pathways to further diminish environmental impact, signaling a sustainable path forward for energy storage technology. The complete article, Prospective life cycle assessment of sodium-ion batteries made from abundant elements, is available from the Journal of Industrial Ecology.
Innovation at CES2024 Las Vegas
Tonomia is a Belgian sustainable energytech company. In CES 2024, we unveiled our all-in-one eParking Solar infrastructure module that integrates hybrid solar panels (Electricity & heat), Sodium-ion battery storage and fast eV charging systems. The photovoltaic panels harvest rainwater. The full system is managed by the in-house developed AI based smart connected Box (Tonobox), using Advancing computing, IoT management and connectivity solutions. Visit us typical implementation of eparking solar infrastructure TonoBox, the smartbox that manages the active devices and IoT’s components of each eParking solar module EUPD Research France 2024 Outstanding Innovation eParking solar solution